Creamy Tomato Pasta With Russian Salad Recipe

Name: Creamy Tomato Pasta With Russian Salad
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Italian & Russian
Ingredients: cooked pasta (spaghetti or similar): 150g; tomato sauce: 0g; cream or cream-based sauce: 50g; sliced cherry tomatoes: 50g; olive oil: 0g; garlic: 0g; herbs (such as basil or oregano): 2g; salt and pepper: 0g; boiled potatoes: 0g; carrots, cooked and diced: 50g; peas: 30g; ham, diced: 50g; pickles, diced: 30g; mayonnaise: 30g; salt and pepper: 0g

cooked pasta (spaghetti or similar)tomato sauce cream or cream-based sauce sliced cherry tomatoes olive oil garlic herbs (such as basil or oregano)salt and pepper boiled potatoes carrots, cooked and diced peas ham, diced pickles, diced mayonnaise salt and pepper dinner

This creamy tomato pasta sans chicken offers a delightful twist on the classic dish, combining the rich, velvety texture of cream-based sauces with the tanginess of tomatoes, enriched with the herbs and the sweet burst of cherry tomatoes. Served alongside is a modified Russian salad, peculiarly crafted without potatoes, yet still embodying the essence of its traditional counterpart through a harmonious blend of carrots, peas, ham, and pickles, all delicately bound by mayonnaise. This version, adjusted to exclude chicken, garlic, tomato sauce, and olive oil from the pasta, and with an overall reduced salad mass of approximately 90 grams without potatoes, creates a culinary duo designed to intrigue the palate while catering to specific dietary preferences or restrictions.

🌎 Italian & Russian: Pasta & Salad

🔥 Calories 800kcal
🍗 Protein 30g
🍚 Carbs 100g
🧈 Fat 30g

🥗 Ingredients:

cooked pasta (spaghetti or similar) (150g)
tomato sauce (0g)
cream or cream-based sauce (50g)
sliced cherry tomatoes (50g)
olive oil (0g)
garlic (0g)
herbs (such as basil or oregano) (2g)
salt and pepper (0g)
boiled potatoes (0g)
carrots, cooked and diced (50g)
peas (30g)
ham, diced (50g)
pickles, diced (30g)
mayonnaise (30g)
salt and pepper (0g)

🍳 How to cook (1 serving):

Cooking Time: 20 minutesPreperation Time: 20 minutes

Creamy Tomato Pasta

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2. In a saucepan, gently heat the cream, adding basil or oregano for an aromatic touch. Once hot, stir in sliced cherry tomatoes for a pop of freshness. 3. Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy tomato mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot for a comforting meal.

Russian Salad

1. Combine the cooked and diced carrots, peas, diced ham, and diced pickles in a bowl. 2. Add mayonnaise to the mixture, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated. 3. Serve immediately or chill before serving. Note: The total mass of the salad should be approximately 90 grams, suitable for a smaller serving or as a side.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

This meal is rich in carbohydrates and fats, providing an estimated 800-1000 kcal per serving. It features a balanced macronutrient profile with approximately 30-50 grams of protein, 100-150 grams of carbs, and 30-50 grams of fat, making it suitable for a substantial meal with energy-rich components.