Description
This Whole Wheat Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Pasta is a deliciously simple dish featuring vibrant flavors from fresh basil and sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for a quick dinner or a healthy meal, its easy preparation and satisfying taste make it ideal for anyone seeking homemade recipe ideas.
Ingredients
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- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 tablespoons almond milk
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons pasta water
- 8 oz. whole wheat linguine
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ½ yellow onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
- ¼ cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
- ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook linguine pasta according to the package instructions, reserving one cup of pasta water before draining.
- Blend all sauce ingredients together in a blender until smooth, adjusting thickness with almond milk or pasta water if needed.
- In a large saucepan, heat ½ tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté sliced onion until translucent.
- Combine pasta and sauce in the saucepan, mixing well.
- Stir in fresh basil and chopped sun-dried tomatoes and mix again.
- Serve with balsamic vinegar, additional black pepper, and Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
Make sure to drain the sun-dried tomatoes well for the best flavor.
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins for added nutrition.
This pasta dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 10mg