High Protein Rotini Pasta with Tomato Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this hearty and nutritious High Protein Rotini Pasta with Tomato Sauce recipe, perfect for a satisfying yet wholesome meal. Featuring tender high-protein rotini pasta tossed in a robust homemade tomato sauce, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrients. The sauce, made with garlic, onion, red bell peppers, crushed tomatoes, and a medley of dried herbs, gets a fresh twist with the addition of baby spinach and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a creamy, savory finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this protein-rich pasta dish is as versatile as it is delicious—ideal for family dinners or meal prepping. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a vibrant plate of goodness that pairs wonderfully with a crisp side salad or garlic bread. Perfect for those seeking a healthy pasta recipe that doesn’t compromise on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces high-protein rotini pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the high-protein rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic and finely chop the onion and red bell pepper. Add the garlic and onion to the skillet and sauté for about 4 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
Add the chopped red bell pepper to the skillet and continue to sauté for another 4 minutes until the pepper is tender.
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally.
Add the baby spinach to the sauce, stirring until it wilts, about 2 minutes.
Toss the cooked pasta with the tomato sauce in the skillet, mixing well to coat the rotini evenly.
Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley.
Enjoy your high-protein rotini pasta with homemade tomato sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 936 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 819 mg | 17% | |
*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.
