Heart-Healthy Pasta Amatriciana
Savor the flavors of Italy with a nutritious twist in this Heart-Healthy Pasta Amatriciana! This revamped classic features whole-grain spaghetti and turkey bacon, delivering big on taste while being kind to your heart. The robust sauce, made with no-salt-added diced tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, is simmered to perfection with a touch of spice from red pepper flakes. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan, each bite is a delightful balance of savory, smoky, and fresh flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe is a wholesome yet indulgent option for pasta lovers looking to eat well without sacrificing flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz whole-grain spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes, no salt added
- 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 tsp salt
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and cook the whole-grain spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the turkey bacon and cook for about 5 minutes, until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and allow it to drain on paper towels, then chop it into small pieces.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 minutes, until soft. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes to the skillet, bring to a simmer, and cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Stir occasionally.
Stir in the chopped basil, black pepper, and salt into the sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Add the cooked pasta and chopped turkey bacon to the skillet. Toss everything together gently to combine, adding a little reserved pasta water if needed to achieve the desired sauce consistency.
Serve the Pasta Amatriciana hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.9 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2242 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.2 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.0 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.1 g | ||
| Protein | 58.2 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 940 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 3075 mg | 65% | |
*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.
