Low Sodium Rotini Pasta with Tomato Sauce

Savor the comforting flavors of this Low Sodium Rotini Pasta with Tomato Sauce—an effortless, heart-healthy dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Made with hearty whole grain rotini and a vibrant homemade tomato sauce, this recipe skips the added salt without sacrificing taste. The sauce features no-salt-added crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, sautéed onion, and a medley of Italian herbs like oregano and basil, giving it a robust flavor profile. A touch of unsalted broth adds richness while red pepper flakes provide a subtle kick. Ready in just 45 minutes, this low-sodium pasta dish strikes the perfect balance between delicious and nutritious. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a wholesome, satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces whole grain rotini pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, no salt added
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 cup unsalted chicken or vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the whole grain rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and unsalted broth, stirring to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 6

Season the sauce with dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Once the sauce is cooked, add the drained rotini pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the tomato sauce.

Step 10

Transfer the pasta to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1570.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1752.8

Total Fat 40.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 117.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 315.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.7g
Protein 58.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 297.4mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 3392.9mg	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: 19.6%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 67.9%