Description

This recipe features a vibrant pink pasta sauce made with earthy beets, creamy goat cheese, and a hint of lemon. It’s an elegant, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or rigatoni)
2 medium beets, roasted or boiled until tender
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion or shallot, chopped
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
4 oz crumbled goat cheese, divided
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a blender or food processor, combine cooked beets, 1 tbsp olive oil, and a splash of pasta water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
In a large skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
Pour the blended beet puree into the skillet. Stir in heavy cream and half of the goat cheese. Mix until the sauce becomes smooth and pink.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to balance the sweetness of the beets.
Serve warm, topped with remaining goat cheese, fresh herbs, and Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Use pre-cooked or canned beets for a quicker version—just drain and rinse before blending.
For a vegan version, replace the cream with coconut or cashew cream and use vegan cheese.
To make the sauce more tangy, add extra lemon juice or a splash of white wine vinegar.
Reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream to maintain the sauce’s smooth texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/2 cups)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 310mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 40mg

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