Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta, a dish that effortlessly blends the richness of creamy sauce with the bold taste of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but also versatile enough to serve on busy weeknights or during special occasions. The combination of Greek yogurt and sour cream keeps it lighter while delivering a decadent experience that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds. Enjoy this comforting pasta dish with ease, knowing it’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 3/4 pound dried fettuccine
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup julienned sun-dried tomatoes
- 14.5 ounce can of petite diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup plain 2% or full fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions in a large stockpot. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt and sour cream until smooth; set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 2 minutes.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and sugar; reduce heat to medium-low.
- Gradually whisk in the yogurt-sour cream mixture, simmering for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper; add parmesan cheese and spinach until wilted.
- Toss in cooked fettuccine, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as necessary.
- Serve warm, garnished with red pepper flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg