Whole-Wheat Pasta with Pecorino and Pepper

Health score
45%
Whole-Wheat Pasta with Pecorino and Pepper
20 min.
6
474kcal

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Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Whole-Wheat Pasta with Pecorino and Pepper, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. This recipe is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings the warmth of Italian cuisine right to your table. With its rich, nutty whole-wheat spaghetti and the sharp, tangy notes of Pecorino Romano, every bite is a celebration of taste.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying dish that serves six, making it ideal for family gatherings or a cozy lunch with friends. The toasty aroma of freshly crushed black peppercorns adds a fragrant kick, elevating the dish to new heights. Plus, the optional sprinkle of fresh flat-leaf parsley not only enhances the flavor but also adds a pop of color, making your plate as visually appealing as it is delicious.

This Whole-Wheat Pasta with Pecorino and Pepper is versatile enough to serve as a side dish, a light lunch, or even a main course. With a caloric breakdown that includes a healthy balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this meal guilt-free. So, gather your ingredients, and let’s create a pasta dish that’s not only quick and easy but also packed with flavor and goodness!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon peppercorns black
  • tablespoons flat parsley chopped
  • servings olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 4.5 ounces pecorino cheese divided grated
  • lb spaghetti dried whole-wheat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot
  • kitchen towels
  • mortar and pestle

Directions

  1. Toast peppercorns in a dry small skillet over medium-high heat, shaking skillet, until fragrant and beginning to pop, 2 to 3 minutes. Coarsely crush peppercorns with a mortar and pestle or wrap in a kitchen towel (not terry cloth) and press with bottom of a heavy skillet.
  2. Cook spaghetti in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (2 tablespoons salt for 6 quarts water) until al dente.
  3. Meanwhile, fill a large ceramic bowl with hot water to warm it. Just before pasta is done cooking, drain bowl but do not dry.
  4. Reserve 1 cup pasta-cooking water, then quickly drain pasta (do not shake off excess water) and add to warm bowl.
  5. Sprinkle 1 1/4 cups cheese and 1/2 cup cooking water evenly over pasta and toss quickly. Toss in parsley (if using) and 2 teaspoons crushed pepper. If pasta seems dry, toss with some additional cooking water.
  6. Serve pasta immediately, sprinkled with remaining pepper and cheese.
  7. Serve additional cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories474kcal
Protein14.59%
Fat37.96%
Carbs47.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.17
Glycemic Load
0.43
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
20.84565225114%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.89mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:473.79kcal
23.69%
Fat:20.85g
32.08%
Saturated Fat:5.79g
36.19%
Carbohydrates:58.64g
19.55%
Net Carbohydrates:58.18g
21.16%
Sugar:0.18g
0.2%
Cholesterol:22.11mg
7.37%
Sodium:262.55mg
11.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.03g
36.07%
Manganese:2.53mg
126.42%
Selenium:58.35µg
83.36%
Phosphorus:360.04mg
36%
Vitamin K:33.49µg
31.9%
Magnesium:120.34mg
30.09%
Calcium:265.83mg
26.58%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.32%
Vitamin B3:3.93mg
19.66%
Copper:0.37mg
18.69%
Iron:3.23mg
17.95%
Zinc:2.37mg
15.83%
Vitamin E:2.09mg
13.95%
Folate:46.89µg
11.72%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.24%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.64%
Vitamin B5:0.86mg
8.63%
Potassium:210.5mg
6.01%
Vitamin A:209.67IU
4.19%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.97%
Vitamin C:1.77mg
2.15%
Fiber:0.47g
1.86%
Source:Epicurious