This dish supports balanced everyday eating with simple ingredients.
It offers steady energy while remaining light but satisfying.
Tomatoes bring brightness and natural sweetness to the dish.
Olives and capers add bold, savory depth without heaviness.
A simple pasta that fits naturally into mindful daily routines.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.
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Spaghetti with tomatoes, black olives, capers and parsley
Italian spaghetti with tomatoes, olives, capers, and parsley. A simple plant-forward pasta with bold Mediterranean flavor and easy prep.
Ingredients
Equipment
soup pot with lid
Cooking Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add chopped tomatoes and oregano.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until softened.
- Add olives and capers and stir well.
- Toss spaghetti with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Nutrition
Notes
• Rinse capers to reduce saltiness if needed
• Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor
• Add a splash of pasta water to adjust sauce texture
• Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor
• Add a splash of pasta water to adjust sauce texture