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Chorizo and Halloumi Pasta: A Flavorful Twist on Dinner

A flavorful twist on dinner featuring chorizo and halloumi cheese tossed with penne pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 6 ounces chorizo sliced
  • 8 ounces halloumi cheese cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chorizo and cook for about 5 minutes until it starts to brown.
  3. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
  5. Add the cubed halloumi cheese to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown.
  6. Add the cooked penne pasta and baby spinach to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the chorizo with a plant-based sausage or mushrooms.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving for a fresh, zesty flavor.

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