This vibrant Fettuccine with Sauce Mediterranee is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner that brings the warmth of the Mediterranean to your table. The sauce combines tangy oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, briny black olives, and fresh basil for a complex, savory profile. Tossed with al dente pasta and finished with melted mozzarella, it offers a satisfying balance of textures and rich, cheesy comfort. It’s an excellent choice for busy evenings or casual gatherings, delivering restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. The dish is easily customizable with different cheeses or herbs, making it a versatile staple for any home cook.
Fettuccine With Sauce Mediterranee
Description
This vibrant Fettuccine with Sauce Mediterranee is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner that brings the warmth of the Mediterranean to your table. The sauce combines tangy oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, briny black olives, and fresh basil for a complex, savory profile. Tossed with al dente pasta and finished with melted mozzarella, it offers a satisfying balance of textures and rich, cheesy comfort. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for busy evenings or casual gatherings, delivering restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. The dish is easily customizable with different cheeses or herbs, making it a versatile staple for any home cook.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
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While pasta cooks, drain the sun-dried tomatoes, reserving 1/3 cup of the oil. Cut the tomatoes into thin slivers.
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In a large bowl, combine the tomato oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, and black pepper. Whisk briefly to distribute the flavors.
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Add the sun-dried tomato slivers, halved black olives, and fresh basil leaves (or dried basil) to the oil mixture. Toss to coat.
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Add the drained hot pasta to the sauce bowl. Toss thoroughly, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to help the sauce adhere.
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Remove from heat and immediately fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 5.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.6g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.0mg0%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a vegan version, omit the mozzarella or use a vegan cheese alternative.
If fresh basil is not available, use 2 tablespoons of dried basil, but add it earlier to allow the flavors to meld.
Swiss or Jack cheese can be substituted for mozzarella for a different flavor profile.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or milk to restore creaminess.
