High Protein Penne Pasta with Marinara Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this High Protein Penne Pasta with Marinara Sauce—a wholesome and flavorful dish that's perfect for both weeknight meals and meal prep. This recipe features high-protein penne pasta, delivering extra nutritional power while satisfying your carb cravings. The marinara sauce is a vibrant blend of crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and onion, enriched with herbs like dried oregano and basil for a burst of Italian flavor. A hint of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese bring the dish to life with their freshness and creaminess. Ready in under an hour, this hearty yet healthy pasta recipe is a great way to fuel your body while indulging in classic comfort food. Ideal for post-workout meals or family dinners, this dish is high in protein and packed with bold flavors that will keep you coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces High-protein penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the high-protein penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the tomato paste, stirring to combine.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Once the sauce has thickened to your desire, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving.
Toss the drained penne with the marinara sauce until well combined.
Serve immediately, garnishing each plate with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1920 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.6 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 2729 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.0 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.2 g | 151% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.2 g | ||
| Protein | 115.0 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 720 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 3505 mg | 75% | |
*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.
