Fusilli com Tomate Seco

Fusilli com Tomate Seco is a vibrant and flavorful Brazilian pasta dish that combines the richness of sun-dried tomatoes with the wholesome goodness of fusilli. It’s a quick and healthy option, perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

• Fusilli pasta - 200 grams
• Sun-dried tomatoes - 100 grams, chopped
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh basil - 10 leaves, torn
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Pine nuts - 30 grams, toasted

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cherry tomatoes, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes are softened.
5. Once the pasta is ready, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the tomato mixture.
6. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
8. Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from sun-dried tomatoes, which can help reduce inflammation.
• Provides a good source of fiber from whole grain pasta, promoting digestive health.

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