10-Minute Hearts of Palm Pasta

This 10-Minute Hearts of Palm Pasta is quick, healthy, and delicious. This is a perfect weeknight meal that comes together in a manner of minutes.

What is hearts of palm pasta?

This “pasta” variation is derived from hearts of palm. Hearts of palm are made from the core of palm trees. Their flavor profile and texture is similar to artichokes. Typically you will see them used in salads, but throughout recent years they have been cut and cooked to resemble pasta.

This “pasta” variation is low-carb, keto, and gluten-free. It is a great alternative for those with restricted diets or allergies. I find the texture similar to zucchini spirals.

Where to buy hearts of palm pasta:

Made famous on television, Palmini is the most well known brand. It is available to purchase on Amazon. I used Trader Joe’s variation. It is in their pasta aisle.

What is in this 10-Minute Dish?

• Hearts of Palm Pasta: As specified above, I used Trader Joe’s brand. Their pasta comes in 9oz packages, this recipe is for 12oz.
• Olive Oil: The olive oil is the star for the sauce, so you’ll want to use a good quality oil such as Cuac.
• Garlic: Similar to Aglio e Olio, this recipe calls for thinly sliced garlic. The garlic is lightly fried in the olive oil providing a beautiful aromatic.
• Cherry Tomatoes: If you can find the trio of colors, they look beautiful in this pasta dish. However, red cherry tomatoes are equally as beautiful.
• Red Pepper Flakes
• Grated Parmesan
• Crispy Fried Onions: The onions are chopped into tiny pieces as a garnish.

How to make this pasta dish:

1. Prepare pasta according to package instructions. Heat in a saucepan or microwave.
2. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until almost golden, keeping a watchful eye not to burn it. Carefully add the tomatoes, cook until tender and slightly blistered. 
3. Add the pasta and toss to coat. Next, add the 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, toss until incorporated. Remove from the heat. Garnish with the fried onions and additional Parmesan cheese. 

Recipe Substitutions and Inclusions:

• Zucchini or carrot spirals for the pasta
• Fried onions can be omitted
• Fresh herbs for garnish (Italian Parsley)
• Parmesan can be taken out to make this dish dairy-free

You may also like:

• Thai Inspired Jicama Tacos
• Italian Pasta Salad

This 10-Minute Hearts of Palm Pasta is perfect for busy weeknights. It is a healthy alternative for when the pasta craving hits. This dish is light and full of flavor!

10-Minute Hearts of Palm Pasta

kryan0911

This recipe is delcious, healthy, and a breeze to make. This pasta dish is packed with fried garlic and blistered tomatoes. It is a low-calorie meal, perfect for the everyday!

5 from 3 votes

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Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings 2 servings

Ingredients

  

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• 12 oz hearts of palm pasta I used Trader Joe's brand.
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic thinnly sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes sliced in half
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese plus more for garnish
• 3 tbsp fried onions for garnish

Instructions

 

• Prepare hearts of palm pasta according to package instructions. Heat in a saucepan or microwave.
• In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until almost golden, keeping a watchful eye not to burn it. Carefully add the tomatoes, cook until tender and slightly blistered.
• Add the hearts of palm pasta and toss to coat. Add the 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, toss until incorporated. Remove from the heat. Garnish with the fried onions and additional Parmesan cheese.

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