Spaghetti with Spicy Tomato Olive Sauce

Health score
29%
Spaghetti with Spicy Tomato Olive Sauce
40 min.
4
710kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Spaghetti with Spicy Tomato Olive Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances the richness of tomatoes with the briny goodness of olives. This recipe is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings the warmth of Italian cuisine right to your table. With a preparation time of just 40 minutes, you can easily whip up this delightful dish for a cozy lunch or a satisfying dinner.

The star of this recipe is the combination of garlic, spicy red pepper flakes, and brine-cured black olives, which come together to create a sauce that is both zesty and comforting. As the sauce simmers, the aromas will fill your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around the dining table. Tossed with perfectly cooked spaghetti, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser that can be enjoyed as a main course or a hearty side dish.

Whether you're cooking for family or entertaining friends, this Spaghetti with Spicy Tomato Olive Sauce is sure to impress. Serve it with a generous sprinkle of grated parmesan on top for an extra touch of flavor. With each bite, you'll savor the delightful interplay of textures and tastes, making it a memorable addition to your culinary repertoire. Get ready to enjoy a plateful of deliciousness that is both satisfying and nourishing!

Ingredients

  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup oil-cured olives black pitted cut lengthwise into slivers
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • servings parmesan grated
  • 0.8 teaspoon pepper dried red hot to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
  • lb pasta like spaghetti 
  • 28 oz stewed tomatoes canned

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cook olives, garlic, and red pepper flakes in oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and salt and simmer, stirring occasionally and breaking up large pieces of tomato, until sauce is slightly thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. While sauce is simmering, cook spaghetti in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted wateruntil al dente.
  3. Drain spaghetti in a colander and add to sauce. Cook, tossing, over moderately low heat until pasta is coated, 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Nutrition Facts

Calories710kcal
Protein15.47%
Fat28.95%
Carbs55.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.75
Glycemic Load
34.44
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
24.057391291079%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:710.48kcal
35.52%
Fat:22.98g
35.36%
Saturated Fat:7.09g
44.32%
Carbohydrates:99.26g
33.09%
Net Carbohydrates:92.92g
33.79%
Sugar:10.39g
11.54%
Cholesterol:20.4mg
6.8%
Sodium:1486.52mg
64.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.64g
55.28%
Selenium:80.05µg
114.36%
Manganese:1.2mg
59.76%
Phosphorus:466.31mg
46.63%
Calcium:459.5mg
45.95%
Copper:0.59mg
29.41%
Vitamin E:4.14mg
27.58%
Iron:4.59mg
25.52%
Fiber:6.33g
25.33%
Magnesium:99.91mg
24.98%
Potassium:711.84mg
20.34%
Vitamin C:16.15mg
19.57%
Zinc:2.8mg
18.68%
Vitamin B3:3.52mg
17.6%
Vitamin A:753.27IU
15.07%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.32%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.17%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.69%
Vitamin K:12.37µg
11.78%
Vitamin B5:0.87mg
8.67%
Folate:33.09µg
8.27%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6%
Source:Epicurious