Fajita Pasta with Cilantro Lime Sauce Recipe
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
25 minutes
Servings:
4 servings
Ingredients
  • 8 ounces ziti pasta
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 poblano pepper, sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced and divided
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cilantro
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon coriander
Directions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  2. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. Add the avocado oil to a large skillet and bring the heat to medium-high.
  4. Add the peppers, onion, 3 garlic cloves, chili powder, cumin, ½ teaspoon salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and pepper. Saute for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Add the cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, maple syrup, remaining salt, coriander, remaining garlic, and 2 tablespoons of water to a small food processor. Blend until smooth.
  6. Add the pasta and sauce to the skillet.
  7. Stir together, then serve.