Family pasta with roasted vegetables & fermented tomatoes
Involved from the start: Children belong at the table
Healthy eating in family life doesn't have to be complicated – not even with children. Often, this leads to separate children's meals, double cooking, and more effort. This recipe shows that: eating together with children is simple, suitable for everyday life, and brings the whole family together.
The same meal for everyone, just portioned differently – that's how a cuisine that connects is created. Children eat along without the meal having to be specially adapted for them.
Preparing Fermented Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 300 g cherry tomatoes
- 5 basil leaves
- 6 g salt
Instructions
- Wash and halve the tomatoes.
- Wash the basil, pat dry, and cut into fine strips.
- Mix the tomatoes, basil, and salt in a bowl and let sit for about 15 minutes until liquid is released.
- Fill everything into a clean Mason Jar and gently press the tomatoes with a wooden tamper so they are covered by the liquid.
- Weigh down with a glass weight and close loosely.
- Ferment at room temperature for 48–72 hours.
- Then store in the refrigerator.
Recipe: Family Pasta with Roasted Vegetables & Fermented Tomatoes
Our Family Pasta with Roasted Vegetables is a perfect example of family-friendly everyday cooking. Creamy sauce, roasted vegetables, and a hint of fermented tomatoes provide flavor and valuable nutrients.
Ferments are easily integrated – they support digestion and provide vitamins without children even noticing they are there.
The recipe works for children and adults alike: mild for the little ones, optionally spiced for the grown-ups.
Ingredients
For 4 servings (2 adults & 2 children)
Roasted Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 zucchini
- 1 carrot
- 1 small onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 200 g cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch of salt
- optional: ½ tsp oregano or thyme
Sauce
- 250–300 ml pasta cooking water or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp cashew butter or almond butter
- 1–2 tbsp fermented tomatoes
Also
- 350–400 g whole wheat pasta
Preparation
Preheat oven to 200 °C (fan-assisted).
Roughly chop the vegetables:
- Bell pepper into pieces
- Zucchini into slices
- Carrot into small pieces
- Onion roughly diced
- Leave tomatoes whole
Place everything on a baking sheet, mix with olive oil, salt, and optional herbs. Roast for 20–25 minutes until the vegetables are soft and slightly caramelized.
Cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions in salted water. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water.
Put the roasted vegetables into a blender.
Add:
- 250 ml pasta water
- Cashew butter
Blend everything finely until a creamy sauce forms. Finally, stir in 1–2 tablespoons of fermented tomatoes. Do not heat too much to preserve the aroma.
Mix pasta with the sauce and add a little more pasta water if necessary.
Adjusting portions
For children
- Pasta with plenty of sauce
- Optional: some grated cheese
- Mild flavor due to the sweet roasted vegetables
For adults
- Additional fermented tomatoes on top
- Chili flakes or black pepper
- Fresh herbs like basil
Product Highlights for Your Family's Everyday Life
Why this recipe works for kids
- Same meals for everyone: No extra kids' dishes needed.
- Nutrients cleverly integrated: Fermented tomatoes provide important vitamins and support digestion.
- Suitable for everyday life: Prepare once, use multiple times.
- Gentle introduction: Children eat what they see - habits develop in everyday life.
Perfectly served
The pasta can be perfectly served in our Kids Collection Dinnerware Set. Plate, bowl, and drinking glass made of glass with silicone covers protect against bumps and make it easier for small hands to grip.
For preparation, our food storage containers are perfect: portion sauce or pasta, store it, and take it directly to school, kindergarten, or the office. This makes meal prep easy, safe, and sustainable - for children and adults alike.
Meal Prep & Shelf Life
Family pasta can be easily stored for up to two days in the refrigerator, remaining fresh and delicious. Pre-prepared portions can be used easily in the morning or throughout the day – ideal for everyday life. Whether as lunch, a snack, or a practical on-the-go meal: The flexible preparation makes pasta the perfect solution for the whole family.
Inspiration from the book Fermenting
If you are looking for more ideas on how to easily integrate ferments into family life, you will find inspiration in our founder's book "Fermentieren – Twist your Taste". With simple recipes, preparation tips, and practical application ideas, healthy eating for young and old becomes child's play – without extra effort.
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