Pasta con Jitomate

Pasta con Jitomate is a vibrant and flavorful vegan Mexican pasta dish featuring fresh tomatoes and a medley of spices that create a delightful harmony of taste. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also offers a healthy twist on traditional pasta with a rich, tomato-based sauce.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 200 grams
• Fresh jitomates (tomatoes) - 300 grams, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh basil - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (optional, for a cheesy flavor)

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the diced jitomates, oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down and form a sauce.
5. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
6. Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the tomato sauce, mixing well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped basil and nutritional yeast, if using. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh tomatoes.
• High in fiber from whole grain pasta and vegetables.

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