Low Sodium Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce
Savor a hearty and health-conscious take on a classic pasta dish with this Low Sodium Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce recipe. Perfect for those seeking a flavorful, heart-healthy meal, this dish swaps out high sodium ingredients for wholesome alternatives without compromising on taste. Featuring tender low sodium spaghetti paired with a vibrant tomato sauce made from no-salt-added diced tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and a medley of seasoning like oregano and basil, it delivers bold Italian-inspired flavors in just 35 minutes. The sauce is enriched with a touch of olive oil for depth and finishes beautifully with fresh parsley and optional basil garnish. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this dish is a delicious, guilt-free option that’s easy to whip up and ideal for low-sodium diets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spaghetti (low sodium or no added salt)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz Canned no-salt-added diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste (no salt added)
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 5 Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions, but do not add any salt to the water. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining and set the spaghetti aside.
While the spaghetti cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the onions and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the canned no-salt-added diced tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), and black pepper. Mix well.
Lower the heat to a simmer and cook the sauce uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed, keeping it low sodium by avoiding salt.
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and optional fresh basil leaves.
Serve warm and enjoy this flavorful low sodium spaghetti with tomato sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 155 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.3 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 30.5 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2054 mg | 44% | |
*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.
