One-Pot Tomato-Basil Pasta with White Beans
A simple, satisfying pasta dish with a vibrant tomato-basil sauce and protein-rich beans. This italian-inspired pasta (high protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs spaghetti, canned crushed tomatoes, canned white beans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz canned white beans
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in crushed tomatoes, drained white beans, and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Simmer for 5 minutes, then add drained spaghetti and chopped fresh basil. Toss until coated, adding more pasta water if sauce seems too thick.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Tomato-Basil Pasta with White Beans take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Tomato-Basil Pasta with White Beans?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spaghetti from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Tomato-Basil Pasta with White Beans?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Tomato-Basil Pasta with White Beans for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is One-Pot Tomato-Basil Pasta with White Beans high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
