Low Fat Puttanesca Sauce
Indulge in the bold, savory flavors of traditional Italian cuisine with this Low Fat Puttanesca Sauce, a lighter twist on the classic recipe. Crafted with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, briny Kalamata olives, tangy capers, and aromatic anchovy fillets, this sauce boasts deep, authentic Mediterranean flavors while keeping fat content in check. Simmered with robust canned tomatoes, garlic, and red pepper flakes, then finished with an herby mix of fresh parsley, basil, and oregano, this sauce is rich, satisfying, and surprisingly quick to prepare—ready in just 35 minutes! Perfect for serving over your favorite pasta or as a flavorful accompaniment to lean proteins or roasted vegetables, this recipe proves that delicious doesn't have to mean indulgent. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this Low Fat Puttanesca Sauce is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthier upgrade to classic Italian comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 28 ounces Canned whole tomatoes, with juice
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 2 tablespoons Capers, rinsed and drained
- 4 Anchovy fillets, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Oregano, dried
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, about 1 minute.
Add the canned whole tomatoes along with their juice, breaking them apart with a spoon as they heat up.
Stir in the chopped Kalamata olives, rinsed capers, and chopped anchovy fillets.
Lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 20 minutes.
Stir in the chopped parsley, oregano, and fresh basil.
Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Allow the sauce to cook for another 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serve hot over pasta or as desired. Enjoy your low-fat Puttanesca Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.2 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 44925 mg | 1953% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 521 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2346 mg | 50% | |
*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.
