Low Fat Bowtie Pasta with Tomato Sauce
Perfect for a quick, wholesome meal, this low-fat bowtie pasta with tomato sauce is a flavorful twist on classic comfort food. Featuring tender al dente bowtie pasta tossed in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and herbs like basil and oregano, this dish offers bold Italian flavors without the guilt. A touch of sugar balances the tanginess, while fresh basil adds a vibrant finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy and healthy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, delivering generous servings of heartwarming goodness. Pair it with a simple green salad for a complete meal that's satisfying yet light. Perfect keywords: low-fat pasta recipe, bowtie pasta with tomato sauce, healthy dinner ideas, quick Italian recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams bowtie pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 5 leaves fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the bowtie pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
While the pasta is cooking, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it in a colander and add it to the skillet with the tomato sauce.
Toss the pasta gently in the sauce until it is well coated.
Serve the bowtie pasta hot, garnished with freshly torn basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.6 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1687 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 271.9 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 45.4 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1649 mg | 35% | |
*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.
