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A bowl of whole grain penne pasta tossed with roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and chickpeas.
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Brussels Sprouts and Butternut Squash Pasta - Prepper Protein

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 515kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz whole grain penne pasta
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 2 cups butternut squash, 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 can (15.5 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large rimmed baking sheet.
  • Toss the Brussels sprouts and butternut squash with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper directly on the baking sheet.
  • Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, tossing once at the 12-minute mark, until vegetables are tender and charred at the edges.
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  • While pasta cooks, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for approximately 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the chickpeas to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing them to lightly brown and absorb the garlic oil.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
  • Add the cooked pasta and the roasted vegetables to the skillet with the chickpeas.
  • Toss the mixture with the parmesan cheese and enough reserved pasta water to create a light, emulsified sauce that coats the noodles.
  • Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary and serve immediately.