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Recipe Highlights:
- Rich in Antioxidants: Tomberry tomatoes and parsley are excellent sources of antioxidants like lycopene and vitamin C, which support immune health and may reduce inflammation.
- Good Source of Heart-Healthy Fats: Olive oil and anchovies provide beneficial monounsaturated fats and omega-3s that support cardiovascular health.
- High in Fibre and Complex Carbohydrates: Penne pasta offers sustained energy and digestive support, especially when made with whole wheat.
- Calcium and Protein Boost: Parmesan cheese adds a savoury depth while supplying calcium for bone health and a modest amount of protein for muscle support.
Keywords:
Vegetable, Lunch, Dinner, Tomatoes
Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavours, this Tomberry Pasta is a vibrant, zesty dish that brings together sweetness, heat, and umami in every bite. Juicy Tomberry tomatoes add a pop of freshness to a savoury base of garlic, anchovies, and soft caramelised onion, while a hint of banana chilli delivers a gentle kick. Brightened with lemon zest and juice, and finished with a generous shower of parmesan and fresh parsley, this simple penne pasta transforms into a flavour-packed meal that feels both comforting and elevated. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that tastes like a summer escape.
Ingredients
- 2 packets of Tomberry tomatoes
- 1 clove of garlic
- 3 anchovy fillets
- 1 brown onion
- ½ banana chilli optional
- 1 cup Parsley picked
- 2 cups penne pasta
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1tsp salt
- 1 lemon juiced & zested
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 100 g parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Method:
- Add pasta to salted boiling water, cook for 10-12 minutes or as per the pack instructions
- Add oil, chilli and garlic to a hot pan. Cut up anchovy filets into small pieces, add to pan.
- Add zested lemon. Add lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Cook for 7-9 minutes on a medium heat until onions are soft.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the tomatoes, toss it through.
- Plate and finish with parmesan cheese and parsley.