Pasta Puttanesca

Pasta Puttanesca is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the bold tastes of tomatoes, olives, and capers, creating a satisfying meal that is both healthy and quick to prepare. This American twist on the classic Italian recipe incorporates whole grain pasta for added nutrition without sacrificing taste.

Pasta Puttanesca
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Whole grain spaghetti - 150 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
  • Kalamata olives - 100 grams, pitted and sliced
  • Capers - 2 tablespoons, rinsed
  • Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole grain spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, stirring to combine, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the sliced Kalamata olives, capers, and red pepper flakes to the skillet, mixing well. Allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
  7. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce, mixing well to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste and stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy your healthy Pasta Puttanesca!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 11 g
  • Carbs: 65 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes, which help protect against cellular damage.
  • High in fiber due to whole grain pasta and olives, promoting healthy digestion.

Tags

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