Heart-Healthy Classic Tomato Spaghetti

Transform your pasta night with this Heart-Healthy Classic Tomato Spaghetti, a wholesome twist on a beloved Italian dish. Packed with nutrient-rich whole grain spaghetti and a flavorful homemade tomato sauce, this recipe is both delicious and good for your heart. Succulent fresh tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a blend of herbs like oregano and basil create a robust sauce that gets an extra boost from fresh spinach leaves. Lightly tossed with al dente pasta and optionally garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil, this easy and satisfying meal is perfect for a healthy family dinner. Quick to prepare in under 45 minutes and brimming with wholesome ingredients, it’s the ideal answer to your search for heart-healthy pasta recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g Whole grain spaghetti
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large Onion, chopped
• 800 g Fresh tomatoes, diced
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste, no salt added
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried basil
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.25 tsp Salt, optional
• 100 g Spinach leaves, fresh
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
• 30 g Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt if desired, and cook the whole grain spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to let it brown.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, and salt if using. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach leaves to the tomato sauce and stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Gently toss the cooked spaghetti in the tomato sauce, adding some reserved pasta water if the mixture seems too dry. Cook together for an additional 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 7

Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1556.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1154.7

Total Fat 42.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 24mg	0%
Sodium 1156.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.7g	0%
Total Sugars 35.8g
Protein 47.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 669.5mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 3673.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 53.9%