Pasta con Salsa de Tomate

Pasta con Salsa de Tomate is a vibrant and hearty vegan dish that captures the essence of Spanish cuisine with its rich tomato sauce and aromatic herbs. Perfectly paired with al dente pasta, this dish is both comforting and nutritious, making it an ideal lunch option.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or penne) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - 5 leaves, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (for a cheesy flavor)

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, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add the canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the skillet, stirring to combine.
6. Season the sauce with dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
7. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
8. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the skillet with the tomato sauce.
9. Toss the pasta in the sauce until well coated, then stir in the fresh basil and nutritional yeast.
10. Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes, which can support heart health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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