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Beetroot Pasta Sauce Recipe

Beetroot Pasta Sauce Recipe
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This vibrant Beetroot Pasta Sauce recipe combines the earthy sweetness of beetroots with the creamy tang of feta cheese to create a rich, colorful sauce that’s perfect for a nutritious and flavorful pasta dish. Easy to prepare and versatile, it can be customized to suit vegan preferences and is a delightful way to enjoy a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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For the Beetroot Sauce

  • 1 large or 2 small Beetroots (~170 gms or 6 oz.)
  • 2 to 3 Garlic Cloves, chopped
  • 2 tsp Olive Oil
  • 100 gms (3.5 oz.) Feta or Paneer
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tsp Salt (to taste, if using paneer)
  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 2–3 tbsp Pasta Water (reserved from cooking)

For the Pasta

  • 2 cups uncooked Pasta (~170 gms or 6 oz.)
  • 1 tsp Salt (for boiling pasta)

Garnishing

  • Fresh Basil or Cilantro, chopped
  • Some reserved Feta or Paneer crumbles

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beetroots: Wash, peel, and roughly chop the beetroots. Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a pan, add chopped garlic and sauté for 30-40 seconds until fragrant. Add the chopped beets along with a pinch of salt and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Pour in 1 tbsp water, cover with a lid, and simmer for 13-15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes until the beets are fork-tender. Alternatively, roast the beets and garlic tossed in olive oil and salt, wrapped in foil, at 200°C (400°F) for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  2. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add 1 tsp salt. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta while reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water to use later in the sauce.
  3. Make the Beetroot Sauce: In a blender, combine the cooked beets, garlic, feta (or paneer), lemon juice, and 2-3 tbsp of reserved pasta water. Blend to a smooth and creamy consistency. If using paneer, add 1/2 tsp salt; skip salt if using feta. Reserve some feta or paneer for garnishing.
  4. Toss Pasta with Sauce: Return the cooked pasta to the pot. Pour the beetroot sauce over it, add crushed black pepper, and toss gently until all pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil or cilantro and reserved feta or paneer crumbles for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • You can use pre-cooked beetroots to reduce cooking time.
  • For a vegan version, substitute feta cheese with vegan feta, silken tofu, or soaked cashews blended into the sauce.
  • Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency as needed.
  • Roasting beets adds a deeper flavor compared to pan cooking.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste after blending the sauce, especially if using feta which is naturally salty.

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