Tuscan Red White Green Pasta Sauce
Experience a burst of Mediterranean flavors with this Tuscan Red White Green Pasta Sauce, a vibrant and creamy dish inspired by the colors and ingredients of Italy. This recipe combines sweet sun-dried tomatoes, tender baby spinach, and luscious ricotta cheese for an irresistible sauce that perfectly balances richness and freshness. Sautéed garlic and aromatic basil infuse the sauce with an herbal depth, while a touch of crushed tomatoes brings a bold, rustic tomato base. Customize the spice level with red chili flakes for a gentle kick, and finish it off with a silky texture achieved by adding a splash of pasta water. In just 30 minutes, this quick and easy sauce transforms your favorite pasta into a delightful Italian masterpiece, ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Perfect for those seeking a flavorful, vegetarian pasta option packed with authentic Tuscan charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cups sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 0.5 cups ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cups basil leaves, roughly chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups pasta water
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly.
Add the crushed tomatoes to the skillet and stir well.
Mix in the chopped baby spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the ricotta cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce and create a creamy consistency.
Add the chopped basil leaves, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
If the sauce is too thick, gradually stir in pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Simmer the sauce on low heat for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve the sauce over cooked pasta of your choice. Garnish with extra basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 3110 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 986 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 3556 mg | 76% | |
*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.
