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Spaghetti in Light Tomato Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, spaghetti in light tomato sauce is a beloved dish that showcases the simplicity of fresh ingredients. This dish is often enjoyed as a quick weeknight meal, emphasizing the balance of flavors from tomatoes and herbs. Its lightness makes it a favorite among those seeking a healthier pasta option, and it has been embraced globally, with variations adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

ItalianUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
spaghetti
shrimp or protein of choice
2 baby cucumbers
1 shallot
1 cup cherry or fresh tomatoes
4 cloves garlic
a thumb size ginger
1 tsp crushed pepper flakes
all purpose seasoning
salt to taste
olive oil

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can enhance flavor if in season.

1

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

2

Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

3

While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

4

Add minced garlic, chopped shallot, and ginger to the skillet; sauté until softened.

5

Stir in cherry or fresh tomatoes and bring to a simmer.

6

Add crushed pepper flakes, all purpose seasoning, and salt to the sauce.

7

Simmer the sauce for a few minutes to meld flavors.

8

Drain spaghetti and reserve a cup of pasta water.

9

Combine spaghetti with the sauce in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water as needed.

10

Toss well to coat the spaghetti with the sauce.

11

Serve hot, garnished with shrimp or protein of choice and baby cucumbers.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potskilletcolanderserving bowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Spaghetti MarinaraLight Tomato Pasta

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