Low Sodium Pasta Shells with Tomato Sauce
Treat your taste buds to this comforting and heart-healthy *Low Sodium Pasta Shells with Tomato Sauce*, a flavorful dish that proves you don’t need extra salt to enjoy a fantastic meal. Featuring tender pasta shells coated in a vibrant, homemade tomato sauce made with sweet cherry tomatoes, no-salt-added tomato sauce, and aromatic garlic, this recipe is infused with Italian-inspired herbs like oregano and fresh basil for layers of flavor. A touch of crushed red pepper delivers just the right amount of heat, while optional grated Parmesan adds richness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this low sodium pasta is perfect for a quick and wholesome weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and guilt-free. Add it to your collection of *low-sodium recipes*, *easy pasta meals*, and *Italian dinners*!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Pasta shells
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup No-salt-added tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta shells according to package instructions for al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet, cook for about 5 minutes or until they start to break down and release their juices.
Stir in the no-salt-added tomato sauce and dried oregano. Bring to a simmer and let the sauce cook for another 5 minutes.
Add the cooked pasta shells to the skillet, tossing them to coat evenly in the tomato sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
Stir in fresh basil and black pepper, cooking for 1 more minute to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.9 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 938 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.9 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 59.2 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 889 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1389 mg | 30% | |
*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.
