Linguine with Puttanesca Sauce

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
65%
Linguine with Puttanesca Sauce
30 min.
4
600kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this delightful Linguine with Puttanesca Sauce, a dish that impressively marries simplicity and taste. Perfectly suited for a quick weeknight dinner or a leisurely lunch with friends, this recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also remarkably healthy, scoring a solid 65 on the health scale.

Imagine twirling perfectly cooked linguine around your fork, coated in a zesty sauce brimming with the boldness of anchovies, the freshness of basil, and the rich depth of Kalamata olives. This dish is a symphony of flavors, blending the savory tang of capers, the sweetness of ripe beefsteak tomatoes, and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes, all balanced beautifully with a splash of red-wine vinegar for that extra zing. Best of all, this recipe is completely dairy-free, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this nourishing meal that serves four, ensuring everyone at the table enjoys every bite. With about 600 calories per serving, it’s not only a wholesome option but also versatile enough to be savored as a main dish, side, or lunch entrée. Elevate your cooking game and bring the taste of Italy right into your kitchen with this easy yet impressive recipe!

Ingredients

  • fillet anchovy dry finely chopped
  • lb beefsteak tomatoes finely chopped
  • tablespoons bottled capers drained chopped
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup flat-leaf parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted chopped
  • lb pasta dried
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper flakes dried red hot
  • tablespoons red-wine vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • colander

Directions

  1. Stir together all ingredients except linguine in a large bowl.
  2. Cook linguine in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water and drain linguine in a colander.
  3. Add hot linguine and 1/3 cup pasta cooking water to sauce and toss to coat, adding more water if necessary. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories600kcal
Protein11.55%
Fat27.55%
Carbs60.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53
Glycemic Load
35.49
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
24.950000043796%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.77mg
Apigenin
16.17mg
Luteolin
0.19mg
Kaempferol
5.47mg
Myricetin
1.3mg
Quercetin
7.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:599.73kcal
29.99%
Fat:18.37g
28.26%
Saturated Fat:2.63g
16.44%
Carbohydrates:91.35g
30.45%
Net Carbohydrates:85.26g
31%
Sugar:6.23g
6.92%
Cholesterol:2.4mg
0.8%
Sodium:400.28mg
17.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.33g
34.67%
Vitamin K:150.03µg
142.88%
Selenium:73.71µg
105.3%
Manganese:1.26mg
62.77%
Vitamin A:1830.07IU
36.6%
Vitamin C:26.78mg
32.47%
Phosphorus:259.84mg
25.98%
Fiber:6.09g
24.35%
Vitamin E:3.55mg
23.68%
Copper:0.47mg
23.36%
Magnesium:83.66mg
20.91%
Potassium:610.05mg
17.43%
Vitamin B3:3.39mg
16.95%
Iron:2.78mg
15.44%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.33%
Zinc:2.02mg
13.44%
Folate:52.11µg
13.03%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.85%
Calcium:70.78mg
7.08%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.07%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.7%
Source:Epicurious