This creamy beetroot pasta is the perfect blend of earthy, sweet roasted beets and rich, velvety cream. A colorful, flavorful dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes!
Large Skillet For sautéing garlic and making the sauce
Blender For blending the beetroot sauce
Ingredients
12ouncespenne pastaor your preferred pasta
1cuproasted beetrootjarred or freshly roasted
½cupheavy cream
2clovesgarlicminced
1teaspoonred pepper flakesoptional for added heat
¼cupParmesan cheesefreshly grated
1tablespoonolive oil
1teaspoonsaltto taste
1tablespoonfresh parsleychopped
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
Add the roasted beetroot to the skillet, and stir in the heavy cream. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the creamy beetroot sauce. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan and season with salt to taste.
Serve the pasta topped with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
Notes
Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
For a spicier version, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
If you prefer a vegan version, use coconut cream and dairy-free Parmesan.
This dish is best served immediately but can be stored for up to 3 days in the fridge.
Keyword creamy beetroot pasta, earthy pasta, vegetarian pasta