Mediterranean Diet Puttanesca Sauce
Dive into the robust flavors of Mediterranean Diet Puttanesca Sauce, a vibrant twist on the classic Italian favorite that's healthy, hearty, and effortlessly satisfying. This sauce boasts bold ingredients like Kalamata olives, tangy capers, and fragrant garlic, combined with authentic San Marzano tomatoes for a rich, slightly briny depth. Anchovy fillets and red pepper flakes lend savory umami and a subtle fiery kick, while fresh basil and oregano add a touch of herby freshness. Perfectly suited for pasta or zucchini noodles, this Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece is quick to prepare and packed with wholesome, nutrient-rich ingredients. Whether served immediately or saved for the week, it’s a delicious and health-conscious way to elevate your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 4 Anchovy fillets, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 28 ounces Canned whole tomatoes (preferably San Marzano), crushed by hand
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 3 tablespoons Capers, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
Instructions
Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet or saucepan.
Add the minced garlic and chopped anchovy fillets to the skillet and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until the anchovies begin to dissolve.
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes and stir for an additional 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Add the crushed tomatoes to the pan, using a wooden spoon to break down any large pieces. Stir well to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Allow it to simmer gently for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the halved Kalamata olives and capers. Continue simmering the sauce for another 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
Season the sauce with dried oregano, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Once the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove it from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Serve the puttanesca sauce immediately over your choice of pasta or zoodles, or store it in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1029 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.8 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 7217 mg | 314% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 423 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1834 mg | 39% | |
*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.
