Low Fat Fresh Tomato and Basil Sauce Recipe

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Recipe Category: Low-Fat

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Low Fat Fresh Tomato And Basil Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, or parsley
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, or red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 box penne pasta, uncooked, 8 ounces
  • 1 cup nonfat ricotta cheese

    • Method

  • In large bowl, combine tomatoes with basil, olive oil, vinegar, green onions, salt and pepper.
  • Set aside.
  • In large saucepan, over high heat, cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain pasta; return to saucepan.
  • Add cheese and reserved tomato mixture; stir until cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Garnish with basil and tomato wedges.
  • Per serving: About 365 calories, 18g protein, 59g carbohydrate, 8g fat, 19% calories from fat, 7mg cholesterol, 316mg sodium, 4g fiber

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