Delicious Low Fat Pasta Primavera Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this *Delicious Low Fat Pasta Primavera Sauce*, a vibrant and healthy recipe brimming with fresh vegetables and bold Italian flavors. This light and flavorful sauce combines a medley of sautéed carrots, zucchini, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes, simmered to perfection in a rich, low-sodium vegetable broth infused with garlic, Italian seasoning, and a touch of tomato paste. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick, nutritious dinner that’s naturally low in fat without skimping on taste. Serve it over your favorite pasta for a satisfying, veggie-packed meal, and garnish with fresh basil for a burst of herbal freshness. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking a healthy, weeknight dinner option that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, julienned
- 1 medium zucchini, julienned
- 1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Add the julienned carrots, zucchini, and red bell pepper to the skillet, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing them to release their juices.
Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the tomato paste until it is fully blended into the sauce.
Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning blend and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.
Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh basil leaves just before serving.
Serve the sauce warm over your favorite cooked pasta. Garnish with additional fresh basil or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese if desired (optional).
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
407 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1478 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.0 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 178 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2513 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
