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Roasted Tomato Puttanesca

Roasted Tomato Puttanesca: A Fresh Twist on Tradition

This Roasted Tomato Puttanesca bursts with summer flavors and offers a satisfying meal that's easy to make at home.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 6 cups Fresh tomatoes Canned diced tomatoes can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil Quality matters for richness.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for enhanced flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Optional to replace with olives.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (or vegan butter) For creaminess; use olive oil for vegan option.
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta (e.g., spaghetti) Whole grain or gluten-free options recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Essential for balancing flavors.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Highly recommended for flavor and color.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Sheet Pan
  • Food Processor
  • large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Roasted Tomato Puttanesca
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange halved fresh tomatoes, sliced onions, and minced garlic on a large sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil.
  2. Roast vegetables for about 30 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
  3. Transfer roasted vegetables to a food processor, add lemon juice, capers, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
  4. Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain.
  5. Toss pasta with sauce, add reserved pasta water as needed, stir in melted butter or olive oil.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make the sauce ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 4 days. Cooked pasta should be combined with the sauce just before serving.

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