Best 5 Healthy Pasta Puttanesca Recipes

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Pasta Puttanesca is a classic Italian dish that is known for its bold and flavorful sauce. It is made with a combination of tomatoes, garlic, anchovies, capers, and olives, and is typically served with a type of pasta, such as spaghetti or linguine. The sauce is often seasoned with red pepper flakes and fresh parsley, and can be made with or without the addition of meat or seafood. This article provides three different recipes for Pasta Puttanesca: a classic version, a vegetarian version, and a seafood version. Each recipe includes detailed instructions, cooking tips, and a list of ingredients. The article also includes a brief overview of the history of Pasta Puttanesca and its variations. Whether you are a fan of classic Italian cuisine or simply looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish, Pasta Puttanesca is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PASTA PUTTANESCA



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 17m

Yield 4 (1 1/2 cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces whole-wheat thin spaghetti, vermicelli or angel hair
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup pitted chopped Spanish or Greek olives
2 tablespoons capers
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves or 1 teaspoon dried
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, preferably "no salt added"
3/4 cup chopped fresh arugula
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add pasta and cook according to the directions on the package.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil in a large skillet over a medium flame. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the parsley, olives, capers, anchovy paste, oregano and crushed red pepper to the skillet, and saute for 2 minutes more. Add the tomatoes and simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir in the arugula and simmer for 1 minute more, until the greens wilt slightly.
  • When the pasta is done, drain it and add it to the skillet, tossing it with the sauce to combine. Top with grated cheese.

PASTA PUTTANESCA



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This sauce is named for ladies of the night. They would place pots of it in their windows to tempt men into the bordellos. I like it because it's spicy, fast and easy (no disrespect to the ladies).

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons (2 turns around the pan) extra-virgin olive oil
4 to 6 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tin flat anchovy fillets, drained
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
20 oil-cured black olives, cracked away from pit and coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons capers
One 32-ounce can chunky style crushed tomatoes
One 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
A few grinds black pepper
1/4 cup (a couple of handfuls) flat leaf parsley, chopped
1 pound spaghetti, cooked to al dente (with a bite)
Crusty bread, for mopping
Grated Parmigiano Reggiano or Romano, for passing, optional
Serving suggestions: Bitter Greens Salad, recipe follows
4 cups (about 2 bundles) arugula leaves, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups (about 1 bundle) watercress leaves, coarsely chopped
1 head Radicchio lettuce, coarsely chopped
1 large lemon
Extra-virgin olive oil, to coat, 2 to 3 tablespoons
Coarse salt and black pepper
Oil cured black olives, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add oil, garlic, anchovies, and crushed pepper. Saute mixture until anchovies melt into oil and completely dissolve and garlic is tender, about 3 minutes: your kitchen never smelled so good! Add olives, capers, tomatoes, black pepper, and parsley. Bring sauce to a bubble, reduce heat, and simmer 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Toss sauce with cooked pasta. Pass bread and cheese at the table and serve with Bitter Greens Salad.
  • Combine greens in a salad bowl. Squeeze the juice of 1 lemon over the bowl. Drizzle salad liberally with extra virgin olive oil. Toss salad and season salad with salt and pepper. Arrange salad on plates. Garnish plates with black olives, if using.

SPAGHETTI PUTTANESCA



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Cook up this classic sauce in one pan, then toss with spaghetti for a simple midweek meal. It's budget-friendly too, making it a great meal for the family

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Pasta, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, crushed
½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)
400g can chopped tomatoes
5 anchovy fillets, finely chopped
120g pitted black olives
2 tbsp capers, drained
300g dried spaghetti
½ small bunch of parsley, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a non-stick pan over a medium-low heat. Add the onion along with a generous pinch of salt and fry for 10 mins, or until soft. Add the garlic and chilli, if using, and cook for a further minute.
  • Stir the tomatoes, anchovies, olives and capers into the onion, bring to a gentle simmer and cook, uncovered, for 15 mins. Season to taste.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Cook the spaghetti following pack instructions, then drain and toss with the sauce and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Fat 19 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 66 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 1.8 milligram of sodium

HEALTHY PASTA PUTTANESCA



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Make and share this Healthy Pasta Puttanesca recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brenda.

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces thin whole wheat spaghetti
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup flat leaf parsley, chopped
1/4 cup kalamata olive, pitted chopped
2 tablespoons capers
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, preferably no salt added
3/4 cup fresh arugula, chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add pasta and cook according to the directions on the package.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil in a large skillet over a medium flame. Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the parsley, olives, capers, anchovy paste, oregano and crushed red pepper to the skillet, and saute for 2 minutes more.
  • Add the tomatoes and simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir in the arugula and simmer for 1 minute more, until the greens wilt slightly.
  • When the pasta is done, drain it and add it to the skillet, tossing it with the sauce to combine. Top with grated cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.6, Fat 7.4, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.2, Sodium 371.9, Carbohydrate 48.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.8, Protein 12.7

PASTA PUTTANESCA



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There are almost as many explanations for the origins of pasta puttanesca as there are ways to make it. Ostensibly a sauce invented and made by prostitutes, it was designed to lure customers with its powerful aroma. Whatever the origin, no better cold-weather pasta sauce has come down to us. Puttanesca can be made completely with ingredients from the larder; in fact, it can be prepared entirely without ingredients that require refrigeration, though a bit of a fresh herb at the end does help. The basis is a garlicky tomato sauce; canned tomatoes are preferable here. This is brought to a high level of flavor by the addition of anchovies, capers and olives. Red pepper flakes make things even better. The whole process is ridiculously easy.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, pastas, appetizer, main course

Time 30m

Yield 3 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Salt to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 or more cloves garlic, lightly smashed and peeled
3 or more anchovy fillets
1 28-ounce can whole plum tomatoes
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/2 cup pitted black olives, preferably oil-cured
2 tablespoons capers
Crushed red pepper flakes to taste
1 pound linguine or other long pasta
Chopped fresh parsley, oregano, marjoram or basil leaves for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Bring pot of water to boil and salt it. Warm 2 tablespoons oil with garlic and anchovies in skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is lightly golden.
  • Drain tomatoes and crush with fork or hands. Add to skillet, with some salt and pepper. Raise heat to medium-high and cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes break down and mixture becomes saucy, about 10 minutes. Stir in olives, capers and red pepper flakes, and continue to simmer.
  • Cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until it is tender but not mushy. Drain quickly and toss with sauce and remaining tablespoon of oil. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary, garnish with herbs if you like, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 384, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 539 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your pasta puttanesca. Look for ripe tomatoes, briny olives, and capers that are packed in salt, not vinegar.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and won't hold the sauce as well.
  • Add the sauce to the pasta immediately after it's cooked: This will help the sauce to cling to the pasta and prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or oregano, will add a pop of color and flavor to your pasta puttanesca.
  • Serve immediately: Pasta puttanesca is best served immediately after it's made. The flavors will meld together and develop over time, but the pasta will start to lose its texture if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Pasta puttanesca is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta. With its briny, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor, pasta puttanesca is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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