Try something different, Habanero stuffed green olive pasta salad is unique and delicious. Use habanero stuffed green olives as a topping on homemade pizzas. They add a nice heat that complements other toppings like pepperoni, sausage, or vegetables.
Spicy Habanero Olive Pasta
Ingredients:
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- 6-8 habanero stuffed olives, sliced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese (or more, for garnish)
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Toss in cherry tomatoes and habanero stuffed olives, cooking for 2 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Add cooked pasta, season with salt & pepper, and toss to combine.
- Remove from heat and mix in parmesan cheese.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.