Mediterranean Diet Spaghetti Carbonara

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Mediterranean Diet Spaghetti Carbonara, a wholesome twist on the classic Italian favorite. Featuring whole-grain spaghetti and a heart-healthy olive oil base, this dish swaps traditional pancetta for the bold, sun-kissed flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and Kalamata olives. A velvety sauce made from eggs and Pecorino Romano cheese clings to every strand, while garlic and fresh parsley add bursts of brightness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired carbonara is packed with flavor and nutrition, making it a perfect choice for pasta lovers seeking a lighter, healthier alternative.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Whole-grain spaghetti
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.33 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 0.25 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
• 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the whole-grain spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mince the garlic cloves and sauté them in the olive oil for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly ground black pepper, and salt. Set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the skillet heat to low. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and toss gently to coat the strands in olive oil.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from heat. Slowly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hot spaghetti, tossing continuously to create a creamy sauce. Use small amounts of the reserved pasta water, as needed, to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Kalamata olives for a Mediterranean twist.

Step 7

Top the carbonara with freshly chopped parsley for brightness and additional grated Pecorino if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean-inspired carbonara!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1988.4

Total Fat 123.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 610.1mg	0%
Sodium 6654.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 108.9g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 2609.4mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 2301.4mg	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: 55.0%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 23.4%