Light Pasta Carbonara
Savor the irresistible flavors of this *Light Pasta Carbonara*, a quick and satisfying twist on the classic Italian favorite. Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a creamy egg-and-Parmesan sauce, this recipe skips the heavy cream for a lighter yet velvety texture. Crispy bits of bacon or pancetta and fragrant garlic infused with olive oil take the flavor to the next level. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, it's the perfect weeknight dinner that feels indulgent without the guilt. A dash of freshly cracked black pepper and an optional sprinkle of parsley complete this comforting dish. Ideal for pasta lovers seeking a balanced take on carbonara, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 350 grams spaghetti
- 2 large eggs
- 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 100 grams bacon or pancetta
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
While the pasta cooks, whisk the eggs and grated Parmesan cheese together in a small bowl until smooth and set aside.
Dice the bacon or pancetta into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bacon or pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, being careful not to burn it.
Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the cooked spaghetti and immediately add it to the skillet with the bacon and garlic. Toss to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the pasta, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, to loosen the sauce if needed.
Season the pasta with salt and generous amounts of freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Toss to evenly coat.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy your light and delicious pasta Carbonara!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.9 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.1 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 542 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 5244 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.3 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 94.5 g | 189% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 785 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 917 mg | 20% | |
*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.
