For many of us, pasta is the ultimate comfort food, especially as we head into the colder months. But did you know that there’s a growing wave of plant-powered pasta, which is just as delicious as the egg or wheat alternatives but has added nutritional benefits?

This is where the plant-powered award-winning lifestyle brand, ZENB comes in. ZENB Spaghetti is made from 100% yellow peas, giving great texture and delicious taste, whilst being naturally gluten free and high in protein and fibre.

Spaghetti is the latest addition to ZENB’s pasta range, joining Macaroni, Fusilli, Penne and quick-cooking Agile and its range of delicious, vegan Gourmet Sauces.

This new kitchen cupboard staple from ZENB offers a whole new way to enjoy the iconic pasta shape, made with just one simple ingredient - the small but mighty yellow pea. 

Pasta gets a makeover
Pasta gets a makeover

Why yellow peas?

Also known as ‘field peas’, yellow peas are originally green but turn yellow as they mature, and provide a delicious flavour, subtle aroma and al dente texture.

The 100% yellow pea ZENB Spaghetti also follows in the brand’s ‘veggie-first’ mission, championing vegetables above all else. Yellow peas are the greener choice because they improve the soil by fixing nitrogen and require less water to grow than wheat.

Bulk up on the protein

As well as tasting delicious, ZENB Spaghetti is packed with 17g of protein and 11g of fibre per serving. It is also a source of iron, potassium and phosphorus and caters to the vast majority of dietary requirements as it’s vegan and gluten-free.

Get inspired

Whether a cacio e pepe, carbonara or a classic bolognese, ZENB Spaghetti is transforming the way the nation enjoys the quintessential Italian pasta shape.

Get inspired with this quick and easy recipe (under half an hour to make!), perfect for a weeknight dinner, and head to the ZENB website to order your pasta. You can also get a huge 40% off your order when you sign up to the ZENB newsletter.

 ZENB Spaghetti Aglio E Olio

A jazzed-up version of the classic Spaghetti Aglio E Olio, with added slices of crispy parma ham and edamame, peas or broad beans for added crunch. 

Delicious recipes
Delicious recipes

Serves 2

Prep time: 4 minutes 

Cook time: 11 minutes

Total time: 15 minutes

INGREDIENTS

  • 226g ZENB Spaghetti
  • 50g parma ham slices (remove if vegetarian)
  • 1/2 cup frozen edamame, peas or broad beans
  • 80ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 fresh chilli, diced (20g)
  • 1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped (25g)
  • Salt + pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/180° fan.
  2. Add ZENB Spaghetti to a pan of boiling water and cook for 7 - 8 minutes until al-dente. Drain and toss with a little olive oil.
  3. Add the parma ham in a single layer to a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper. Bake in the oven for 8 - 10 minutes, turning once until deliciously crisp.
  4. Fill a cup with boiling water and add the frozen edamame, peas or broad beans. Leave to defrost for 3 - 5 minutes.
  5. Add the olive oil, garlic and chilli to a non-stick frying pan and cook on medium / low for 1 minute until fragrant. Add parsley. Toss through the pasta. Add edamame and parma ham to warm through and turn off the heat.
  6. Serve in bowls with fresh cracked black pepper.

TASTY TIPS

  • Use good quality olive oil and swap your dried chilli flakes for fresh chopped chilli for added spice

It doesn’t stop there! It’s time to upgrade your lunch

ZENB is also shaking up your lunch hour with its brand new lunch staple; Agile Bowls. Ready in just five minutes, the ZENB Pasta Agile Bowls come in six exciting flavours that channel the bold flavours of the globe including Vegetable Thai Curry, Zesty Garlic & Spinach and Cauliflower Tikka Masala.

Each Pasta Agile Bowl is completed with a selection of veggies prepared using as much of the vegetable as possible, seasonings and a sachet of extra virgin olive oil to drizzle over the top for a truly premium finish. Find out more at ZENB.co.uk.

 

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