Low Fat Penne Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Parmesan Cheese
Brighten up your mealtime with this hearty yet healthy Low Fat Penne Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Parmesan Cheese. Perfectly cooked al dente penne is paired with a vibrant homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, and fragrant Italian herbs like basil and oregano. A touch of red pepper flakes adds a gentle heat, while a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves tie the dish together beautifully. Crafted with just a tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil, this recipe keeps the fat content low without skimping on flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make pasta is ideal for busy weeknights or casual dining. Serve up this guilt-free comfort food that is sure to please every palate! Keywords: low-fat pasta, healthy dinner, penne with tomato sauce, quick pasta recipe, Parmesan cheese, easy Italian recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese
- 5 leaves fresh basil
- 2 liters water
Instructions
Bring 2 liters of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Add the penne pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually around 10-12 minutes.
While the pasta cooks, finely chop the garlic cloves and dice the onion.
In a large skillet, heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped garlic and diced onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Add the canned crushed tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine with the onions and garlic.
Stir in the dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Let the sauce simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and return it to the pot.
Pour the tomato sauce over the cooked pasta and toss together until the pasta is well-coated.
Divide the pasta among four serving plates.
Grate the Parmesan cheese and sprinkle evenly over each serving of pasta.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves for added flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-fat penne pasta with tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.9 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 1940 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 225.9 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.9 g | ||
| Protein | 48.7 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 2148 mg | 46% | |
*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.
