Fajita Pasta Vegetarian (Printable Recipe)

Creamy vegetarian fajita pasta with veggies, cheese, and spice. Ready in 15 minutes.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 250 g farfalle pasta

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium onion, sliced
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Protein

06 - 200 g vegan mince

→ Seasonings

07 - 2 tsp fajita seasoning blend
08 - 1 tbsp tomato paste
09 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Sauce

10 - 2 tbsp sour cream
11 - 100 ml reserved pasta water

→ Finishing Touch

12 - 50 g grated mature cheddar cheese
13 - Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Boil pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of cooking water before draining.
02 - In a large pan, heat oil and cook sliced onion and peppers for 5-6 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and vegan mince. Cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
04 - Add fajita seasoning, tomato paste, sour cream, and mix well. Gradually stir in reserved pasta water.
05 - Add cooked pasta to the pan and toss until coated in sauce. Stir in grated cheddar until melted.
06 - Remove from heat and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Add more sour cream and tomato paste for a creamier consistency.
02 - Customize spice level with jalapenos or hot sauce.
03 - Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat only once.