Description
Pasta Puttanesca is a vibrant and flavorful Italian dish that combines the bold tastes of tomatoes, olives, and garlic. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. Each bite transports you to a sun-drenched piazza, making it not just a meal, but an experience. With its savory, tangy sauce and delightful aromas, Pasta Puttanesca is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) whole or crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp capers, rinsed
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in sliced olives, canned tomatoes, capers, and chili flakes. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Toss the drained spaghetti into the sauce, mixing well to coat.
- Serve with fresh parsley on top and drizzle with extra olive oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg