Santa Fe Pasta Sauce

Health score
8%
Santa Fe Pasta Sauce
45 min.
8
236kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of the Southwest right to your dinner table! Our Santa Fe Pasta Sauce is a delightful fusion of hearty ingredients that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also nourishes your body. With a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, this dish is designed to satisfy your hunger while keeping your health in mind.

Imagine the rich aroma of sautéed garlic and onions mingling with zesty salsa and creamy low-fat sour cream, creating a sauce that is both comforting and invigorating. The addition of black beans and corn adds a delightful texture and a burst of color, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. And let’s not forget the grilled chicken, which adds a smoky flavor that perfectly complements the sauce.

This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for gatherings, serving up to eight people. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or a casual get-together with friends, the Santa Fe Pasta Sauce is sure to impress. Plus, with a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this mouthwatering meal without spending all day in the kitchen. So grab your frying pan and grill, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup black beans canned rinsed drained
  • ounce tomato sauce canned
  • cups fettuccine barilla hot cooked uncooked ( 8 ounces pasta)
  • cup whole-kernel corn frozen
  • 0.5 teaspoon creole seasoning (such as Louisiana)
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour low-fat
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup olives ripe chopped
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 16 ounce salsa 
  • 16 ounce skinned 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill
  • broiler
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic, and saut 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in salsa and tomato sauce; cook 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add corn, beans, olives, sour cream, and Creole seasoning; cook 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Keep warm.
  4. Prepare grill or broiler.
  5. Place chicken on a grill rack or broiler pan coated with cooking spray; cook 5 minutes on each side or until done. Slice chicken lengthwise into 1/2-inch-wide strips.
  6. Spoon the sauce over pasta. Top with grilled-chicken strips, and garnish with sliced pickled jalapeno peppers, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories236kcal
Protein29.38%
Fat26.86%
Carbs43.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23
Glycemic Load
6.94
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
13.413043527499%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:236.05kcal
11.8%
Fat:7.19g
11.07%
Saturated Fat:1.94g
12.1%
Carbohydrates:26.38g
8.79%
Net Carbohydrates:22.38g
8.14%
Sugar:4.79g
5.32%
Cholesterol:56.25mg
18.75%
Sodium:778.89mg
33.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.71g
35.42%
Selenium:32.13µg
45.9%
Vitamin B3:7.39mg
36.96%
Vitamin B6:0.62mg
31.07%
Phosphorus:225.7mg
22.57%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.7%
Potassium:589.54mg
16.84%
Fiber:3.99g
15.97%
Vitamin B5:1.27mg
12.66%
Magnesium:50.06mg
12.51%
Vitamin E:1.86mg
12.42%
Vitamin A:554.14IU
11.08%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.62%
Copper:0.19mg
9.43%
Iron:1.48mg
8.23%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.13%
Folate:31.92µg
7.98%
Zinc:1.1mg
7.3%
Vitamin C:5.7mg
6.91%
Calcium:62.17mg
6.22%
Vitamin K:4.65µg
4.42%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.67%
Source:My Recipes