White Wine Sauce for Pasta

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White Wine Sauce for Pasta is a light, aromatic Italian sauce that typically combines dry white wine with ingredients like garlic, shallots, butter, olive oil, and often Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs. It originates from Italy, where it is a popular way to create a flavorful, restaurant-quality pasta dish at home.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This sauce is generally moderate in fat (from butter or oil) and low in protein, with carbohydrates coming mainly from the wine and any added pasta. A typical serving of the sauce alone contains around 100-150 calories, making it a lighter alternative to cream-based sauces.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	600 mg
Potassium	120 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Iron	0.5 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin C	1 mg
Vitamin D	15 IU
Vitamin B12	0.1 mcg
Cholesterol	55 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

The sauce is unique because the wine serves as both a primary flavoring agent and a deglazing liquid, allowing it to capture the fond (caramelized bits) from the pan to build depth. Nutritionally, the alcohol in the wine largely cooks off, leaving behind its complex flavors without the intoxicating effect.