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A simple, wholesome pasta dish featuring whole wheat pasta tossed in a light, homemade marinara sauce. It's a classic comfort food made healthier with minimal oil and no added sugar, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Cook the pasta
Start the marinara sauce
Simmer the sauce
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A simple, wholesome pasta dish featuring whole wheat pasta tossed in a light, homemade marinara sauce. It's a classic comfort food made healthier with minimal oil and no added sugar, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
This italian_american recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 209.34 calories per serving with 9.1g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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This recipe is already vegan if you omit the optional parmesan cheese garnish. You can use a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
Simply substitute the whole wheat pasta with your favorite gluten-free pasta variety. Cook according to package instructions.
Add a can of rinsed and drained chickpeas or white beans to the sauce during the last 5 minutes of simmering for a plant-based protein boost.
Omit the red pepper flakes to ensure it's not spicy. You can also blend the sauce with an immersion blender before adding the pasta for a smoother texture.
Whole wheat pasta provides a good source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, promotes satiety, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
Cooked tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to a reduced risk of certain chronic diseases.
This recipe is low in saturated fat and uses heart-healthy olive oil. The absence of added sugar also supports cardiovascular health.
Yes, this version of Marinara Pasta is quite healthy. It uses whole wheat pasta for fiber, a homemade sauce with no added sugar, and minimal oil. It's a good source of complex carbohydrates and lycopene from the tomatoes.
A 1-cup serving of this pasta has approximately 335 calories. A smaller 0.5-cup portion, as requested for planning, contains about 168 calories.
Absolutely! You'll need about 2 pounds of fresh Roma tomatoes. Blanch them, peel the skins, and crush them before adding to the pot. You may need to cook the sauce a bit longer to thicken.
To enhance the flavor, you can add a bay leaf while the sauce simmers (remove before serving), or stir in a splash of balsamic vinegar at the end for a touch of acidity and sweetness.
Yes, the marinara sauce is perfect for meal prep. You can make a large batch and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze it for up to 3 months.
