Mediterranean beef pasta

This take on a classic Mediterranean dish is economical, tasty, a good source of protein and packed full of vegetables to help you get your 5 A Day.

• serves: 2
• time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 225g lean beef, cut into strips
• 200g dry wholewheat pasta
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 red pepper, sliced
• 1 courgette, chopped
• 100g mushrooms, sliced
• 225g can of chopped tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
• dried mixed herbs

The reference intake of an average adult is 8,400kJ/2,000kcal a day for a woman and 10,500kJ/2,500kcal a day for a man.

Method

1. In a saucepan or wok, fry the meat and garlic for 4 to 5 minutes, until browned. You shouldn't need any oil.

2. Add the pepper, courgette and mushrooms, and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, ketchup and herbs, and season to taste. Bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes.

3. Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions. Drain it and stir into the sauce.

Nutrition information

Allergy advice

Be aware that:

• this recipe contains wheat (gluten)
• tomato ketchup contains wheat (gluten) in the vinegar and may sometimes contain celery
• ready-made sauces can contain a variety of allergens, so always check the label
• some pasta contains egg

Food safety tips

When cooking:

• always wash your hands, work surfaces, utensils and chopping boards before you start preparing food and after handling raw meat
• keep raw meat away from ready-to-eat foods such as salad, fruit and bread