Light & Flavorful Red Sauce Pasta (Under 200 Calories!)
45 minutes
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About Light & Flavorful Red Sauce Pasta (Under 200 Calories!)
Craving pasta but watching your waistline? This light and flavorful red sauce pasta is ready in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect weeknight meal that won't derail your healthy eating habits.Savor the vibrant taste of sautéed bell peppers, onions, and garlic simmered in a rich tomato puree and infused with fragrant herbs. Tossed with wholesome whole wheat pasta, each bite is a burst of deliciousness.This simple, low-calorie recipe proves you can enjoy comforting pasta without sacrificing your health goals. It's a quick and easy way to bring a taste of Italy to your table any night of the week.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep15 minutes
Cook30 minutes
Total45 minutes
Ingredients
Produce
- 1/2 Bell Peppers diced, green, medium
- 1/2 Onion diced, medium, red
- 1 Tbsp Onions chopped, green
- 4 clove Garlic minced
Pantry
- 1/4 cup Wheat Pasta 50 grams (fusilli recommended), whole
- 1/2 tsp Oil
- 2 Tbsp Tomato Puree
- Oregano dried, to taste
- Chili Flakes to taste
- Salt to taste
- Pepper black, to taste
Instructions
- Dice the green bell pepper and red onion. Chop the green onions. Mince the garlic. This prep work ensures even cooking.
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the diced bell pepper, red onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Once the vegetables are slightly softened, stir in the tomato puree, dried oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Sauté for another minute to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add the cooked whole wheat pasta to the pan. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. This ensures every bite is flavorful.
- Serve the pasta hot, garnished with the chopped green onions. Adjust seasonings to taste before serving.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality canned tomatoes or fresh tomatoes when they're in season.
- Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding a little pasta water if it's too thick, or simmering it uncovered if it's too thin.
- Taste and adjust seasonings throughout the cooking process to ensure a balanced flavor profile.
Storage Instructions
- Store leftover pasta and sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 136kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 17mgPotassium: 422mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 445IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 2mg
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Looks so yummy! Excited to make it.
Such a delicious dish! Thank you.
Beautiful picture
Simple nice and very beautifully clicked.
Beautifully clicked <3
Very nice
What a flavorful dish! Thanks for sharing.