Low Fat Linguine with Tomato Sauce
Take your pasta night to a healthier level with this delightful Low Fat Linguine with Tomato Sauce recipe! Featuring hearty whole wheat linguine and a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and aromatic dried herbs like oregano and basil, this dish delivers big flavors without extra calories. A touch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while fresh parsley brings brightness and freshness to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and simple meal is perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a classic touch, or enjoy it as-is for a fully plant-based option. Keyword-packed for SEO, this recipe is ideal for those seeking healthy tomato pasta dishes, quick dinners, or flavorful low-fat meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams whole wheat linguine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons (optional for serving) grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the whole wheat linguine to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the pan. Stir to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water and then drain the pasta.
Add the cooked linguine to the tomato sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired sauce consistency.
Remove the pasta from heat and stir in chopped fresh parsley.
Serve the low-fat linguine with additional fresh parsley and optional grated Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1876 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.0 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 54.2 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2463 mg | 52% | |
*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.
