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Mango and Leek Pasta

Mango and Leek Pasta

15 min.
Time:
602
calories
Calories:
Health Score:
72 / 100
Ingredientsfor  
Ingredients
6 ozs Penne
salt
1 stalk Leeks
1 Tbsp Corn oil
1 Mango
1 bunch Basil
4 ozs Feta
peppers
1 pinch sugar
How healthy are the main ingredients?
FetaBasilsugarsaltLeekMango
Preparation
1.
Mango and Leek Pasta preparation step 1

Cook penne according to package directions in plenty of boiling salted water until al dente.

2.
Mango and Leek Pasta preparation step 2

Meanwhile, trim leek, cut in half lengthwise, rinse and cut into approximately 1/2-inch thick slices.

3.
Mango and Leek Pasta preparation step 3

Heat oil in a large non-stick pan and fry the leek briefly. Season with salt, cover and cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes.

4.
Mango and Leek Pasta preparation step 4

Peel mango and cut into thin slices off the pit. If desired, cut into smaller pieces.

5.
Mango and Leek Pasta preparation step 5

Add mango pieces and 5 tablespoons of water to the leek, cover and cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes.

6.
Mango and Leek Pasta preparation step 6

Rinse basil, shake dry, pluck the leaves, set aside some for garnish and cut the rest into strips.

7.
Mango and Leek Pasta preparation step 7

Break feta cheese into small pieces with a fork. Drain penne in a sieve.

8.
Mango and Leek Pasta preparation step 8

Toss basil with mango-leek mixture and season with salt, pepper and 1 pinch of sugar to taste. Mix in penne. Distribute mango and leek pasta on a platter, sprinkle with cheese and garnish with remaining basil leaves.

Nutritional values
1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie602 cal.(29 %)
Protein22 g(22 %)
Fat16 g(14 %)
Carbohydrates89 g(59 %)
Sugar added2 g(8 %)
Roughage9 g(30 %)
Healthy, because

Healthy, because

This vegetarian pasta is low in fat but rich in vitamins C and A thanks to the mango and leeks. 

Even smarter

Even smarter

If you want to save a few calories, choose low-fat feta cheese.

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