Mediterranean Diet Classic Pasta Carbonara
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Mediterranean Diet Classic Pasta Carbonara—a wholesome twist on the Italian classic that beautifully merges rich flavors with mindful ingredients. This dish features hearty whole grain spaghetti, crispy guanciale or pancetta, and the creamy magic of Pecorino Romano cheese and eggs, all brought together with a drizzle of heart-healthy extra-virgin olive oil. Elevate your carbonara experience with the subtle smokiness of black pepper and a silky, luxurious texture achieved without cream. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressive entertaining, offering a balanced and satisfying meal that’s as good for your taste buds as it is for your lifestyle. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly creamy, it’s comfort food done the Mediterranean way.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams whole grain spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 150 grams guanciale or pancetta
- 3 units large eggs
- 1 unit egg yolk
- 100 grams Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole grain spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the guanciale or pancetta and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolk, and grated Pecorino Romano cheese until well combined. Season with freshly ground black pepper.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the guanciale or pancetta. Toss to combine and to coat the pasta with the rendered fat.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot pasta while tossing continuously to prevent the eggs from scrambling. If the mixture is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach the desired creamy consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra grated Pecorino Romano and more black pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.3 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.1 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 948 mg | 316% | |
| Sodium | 6690 mg | 291% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 84.4 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1192 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1140 mg | 24% | |
*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.
