Pasta with Tahini

Pasta with Tahini is a creamy and nutty dish that combines the richness of tahini with the comforting texture of pasta. This unique recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional pasta, making it a satisfying meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 150 grams
• Tahini - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 100 milliliters
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - to taste
• Chopped parsley - 2 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, in a mixing bowl, combine tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, water, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
3. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
4. In the same pot, return the drained pasta and add the tahini sauce. Stir well to coat the pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
5. Serve the pasta hot, garnished with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 62 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 19 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Tahini is a good source of healthy fats and protein, which can help keep you full and satisfied.
• The dish is rich in fiber from the pasta and parsley, aiding in digestion.

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