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Spicy Eggplant Pasta

Delicious Spicy Eggplant Pasta for a Quick Healthy Dinner

Spicy Eggplant Pasta is a quick, healthy dinner featuring pasta, sautéed eggplant, and a rich, spicy tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Any pasta variety like spaghetti or penne works perfectly.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Eggplant Diced, choose smaller tender varieties for best texture.
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil Can be swapped with vegetable or avocado oil.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh enhances aroma and flavor.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • 14 oz Crushed Tomatoes Canned, establishes the sauce’s base.
  • Salt Essential seasoning.
  • Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Garnish
  • Fresh Basil Leaves Adds a fragrant herbal note.
  • Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional finishing touch for creaminess.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced eggplant and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender and light golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until garlic is fragrant.
  4. Pour crushed tomatoes into the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss in the sauce, ensuring even coating.
  6. Serve the pasta in warm bowls, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish allows for endless customization. Feel free to add your favorite veggies or swap in gluten-free pasta.

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