Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of Italy with this One-Pot Pasta Puttanesca, a vibrant dish that comes together in under 30 minutes. Combining hearty ingredients like tomatoes, olives, and capers, this recipe delivers a delightful umami punch while minimizing cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s easy to customize with your favorite proteins or vegetables. Embrace the rich aroma of garlic and olive oil as you create a satisfying meal that will quickly become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti (or linguine)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pitted olives (black or green)
- 2 tbsp capers
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Water or vegetable broth (enough to cover pasta)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: chop garlic and slice olives.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Combine diced tomatoes (with juice), olives, capers, red pepper flakes, and pasta in the pot. Pour in enough water or broth to cover everything by an inch.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg