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A Week of Vegetarian Lunch Ideas and Recipes for Kids (Indian Inspired) – Week 2 Easy Lunchbox Ideas- Millet Pasta by Top US Mom Blogger Dreaming Loud

Millet Pasta Recipe

A quick and easy recipe perfect for kids lunchboxes! Made with millet pasta and store-bought marinara sauce, this meal comes together in minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian, Italian

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Boil the millet pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat a pan on low–medium heat and add olive oil. Add chopped garlic, sprinkle oregano seasoning and saute briefly until fragrant.
  3. Add peas and bell peppers, then sprinkle a small pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until soft.
  4. Stir in the marinara sauce and let it warm through.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and mix well until evenly coated.
  6. Turn off the heat and grate cheese on the top
  7. Let it cool slightly before packing into the lunchbox and add sliced cucumber on the side. I like pack the pasta when it's warm and put it in the insulated bag

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