Mediterranean Diet Spaghetti Carbonara
Discover a new twist on a beloved classic with this Mediterranean Diet Spaghetti Carbonara! This recipe brings a healthy, flavorful upgrade to traditional carbonara by incorporating nutrient-rich whole-grain spaghetti and heart-healthy extra-virgin olive oil. The creamy sauce, made with whisked eggs and sharp Pecorino Romano cheese, is perfectly complemented by sun-dried tomatoes and Kalamata olives, adding a bold Mediterranean flair. Fresh parsley ties it all together with vibrant color and freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is the perfect balance of indulgence and wholesome eating, making it a satisfying choice for fans of Mediterranean recipes and pasta lovers alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Whole-grain spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.33 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the whole-grain spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mince the garlic cloves and sauté them in the olive oil for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly ground black pepper, and salt. Set aside.
Reduce the skillet heat to low. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and toss gently to coat the strands in olive oil.
Remove the skillet from heat. Slowly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot spaghetti, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. Use small amounts of the reserved pasta water, as needed, to achieve the desired consistency.
Fold in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Kalamata olives for a Mediterranean twist.
Top the carbonara with freshly chopped parsley for brightness and additional grated Pecorino if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean-inspired carbonara!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1988 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.7 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.0 g | 285% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 610 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 6655 mg | 289% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 108.9 g | 218% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2609 mg | 201% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2301 mg | 49% | |
*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.
