Source: nephrodiet francapasticci.it

Presentation

First course prepared with semolina pasta, tomato, extra virgin olive oil, carrot, onion, celery and basil

Ingredients

Semolina pasta:  80 g (2.8 oz / ≈ ¾ cup dry)

Ripe tomato:  100 g (3.5 oz / ≈ 1 medium tomato)

Extra-virgin olive oil:  10 g / 10 ml (0.34 fl oz / ≈ 2 teaspoons)

Carrot:  to taste (≈ 50 g / 1.8 oz / ½ medium carrot)

Onion:  to taste (≈ 30 g / 1 oz / ¼ medium onion)

Celery:  to taste (≈ 30 g / 1 oz / ½ stalk)

Fresh basil:  to taste (≈ 4–6 leaves / 2 g)

Method

Chop the vegetables

Sauté them with oil and a little water.

Add the chopped tomato.

If desired, peel the tomato or leave it with the skin.

In the meantime, boil the pasta in plenty of water.

Drain and add to the tomato sauce.

Before serving, add the chopped fresh basil leaves

Allergens

Basil: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to parietaria or spices

Carrot: possible individual intolerance and cross-reactivity in case of allergy to pollen of Artemisia, Graminaceae, Composite, Birch

Onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Celery: included among the allergens in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Semolina: contains gluten

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Basil: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and due to the content of mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants acts to protect the cardiovascular system and the functioning of the liver

Carrots: rich in vitamins (B1, B2, C, PP, E, D), carotenoids, minerals and active ingredients that support the functionality of the immune system and ophthalmic, diuretic and healing functions and act to protect the cardiovascular system. Also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Onion: rich in selenium that supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; Provides quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also suitable for nephropathic patients.

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Pasta: if produced with wholemeal flour, which provides zinc, an element favorable to the proper functioning of the immune system; also suitable for nephropathic patients:

Protein-free pasta: containing protein in quantities not exceeding 1%, suitable for nephropathic patients

Tomato: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for kidney patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants

Celery: rich in carotenoids that support the immune system and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system and useful for the functioning of the liver for the contribution of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Suitable for those with cholesterol problems, as it promotes its disposal.

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Constipation
• Nausea and vomiting
• Mucositis (Inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity) only in the case of pasta and vegetables that are very cooked and tender.

In case of Dysphagia (problems with chewing and swallowing) administer only if cut into small, soft pieces.

Not recommended in case of:

• Diarrhea