Fettucine With Olive Sauce
Fettucine with olive sauce offers a flavorful, Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring briny olives, fragrant herbs, and Parmesan cheese, perfect for a quick, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook fettucine and keep warm.
- Heat olive oil and cook garlic until it begins to brown.
- Stir in olives, parsley, oregano, red pepper, and water; bring to a boil and stir occasionally.
- Stir the olive mixture into the fettucine in a saucepot.
- Add Parmesan cheese and toss until well mixed.
- Serve with tossed salad.
Tips & Substitutions
To enhance the flavor of your olive sauce, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or zest for brightness. If you're short on time, you can substitute fresh parsley with dried, but use less since dried herbs are more potent. For a twist, try using sun-dried tomatoes instead of olives. This dish pairs beautifully with Chef Dan'S 'No Peeking' Pasta for a delightful meal.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the fettucine with olive sauce alongside an Italian salad bowl for a refreshing contrast. Garlic bread complements this dish well, adding a crunchy texture. For a complete meal, pair it with Pasta Fagioli Soup, as the hearty soup balances the flavors of the pasta.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover fettucine with olive sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, gently warm it on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of water or olive oil to prevent it from drying out. You can also reheat it in the microwave, covered, in short bursts.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Fettucine With Olive Sauce contains roughly 579 calories, with 14g protein, 67g carbohydrates, and 37g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (184% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (134% of the Daily Value), and calcium (115% of the Daily Value), and a good source of vitamin A. It also contributes 38g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different types of olives in this recipe?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with your favorite varieties of olives, such as Kalamata or Castelvetrano. Just keep in mind that different olives have varying levels of saltiness, so you may want to adjust the seasoning accordingly.
What can I use instead of Parmesan cheese?
If you're looking for a dairy-free option, nutritional yeast can provide a similar cheesy flavor. Alternatively, you can substitute with Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste, or try a vegan cheese if you're following a plant-based diet.
How can I make this dish spicier?
To increase the heat, add more crushed red pepper flakes to the olive sauce. You can also incorporate sliced fresh jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the finished dish for an extra kick. Just be mindful of your heat tolerance!
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).