Puttanesca Pasta

Puttanesca is a bold and savory Italian pasta dish, traditionally from Naples, made with a simple yet potent sauce of tomatoes, olives, capers, and anchovies. It's known for its intense, briny flavor profile that comes from pantry staples, making it a quick and flavorful meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the pasta, with moderate fat from the olive oil and olives, and a small amount of protein from the anchovies. A typical serving provides a good amount of fiber and antioxidants from the tomatoes, along with a calorie count that generally falls between 400-600, depending on portion size and oil usage.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	15 g
Carbs	60 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	7 g
Sodium	1100 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	200 mcg
Magnesium	60 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg

Per 1 typical serving (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The name 'puttanesca' has a colorful and debated origin, with one popular theory linking it to the 'puttana' (prostitute) slang, suggesting it was a quick, pungent meal. Nutritionally, it's a standout for using preserved ingredients (olives, capers, anchovies) that deliver a huge umami punch and beneficial monounsaturated fats without requiring fresh meat.