Sun Dried Tomato Olive and Parmesan Carbonara
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Sun Dried Tomato Olive and Parmesan Carbonara, a Mediterranean-inspired twist on the classic Italian dish. This creamy carbonara recipe combines the rich tanginess of sun-dried tomatoes, the briny depth of black olives, and the nutty flavor of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Tossed with al dente spaghetti and a luscious egg-based sauce, it’s a decadent yet simple meal ready in just 30 minutes. A sauté of garlic in olive oil infuses the dish with aromatic warmth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finishing touch. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties, this one-pan wonder is a bold, flavor-packed upgrade to your favorite pasta repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 4 large eggs
- 100 grams sun-dried tomatoes
- 80 grams black olives
- 100 grams Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, then reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
While the pasta cooks, chop the sun-dried tomatoes and black olives into small pieces. Grate the Parmesan cheese and mince the garlic.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, half of the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and olives, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Quickly add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and garlic.
Remove the skillet from the heat and immediately pour the egg and Parmesan mixture over the hot pasta, tossing quickly to create a creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water, a little at a time, to thin the sauce if needed.
Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy this Mediterranean-inspired take on carbonara!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 744 mg | 248% | |
| Sodium | 2759 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.1 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.7 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.1 g | ||
| Protein | 62.6 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 3949 mg | 84% | |
*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.
