Dirty martini pasta with olives elevates your dinner!
A unique and flavorful pasta dish inspired by the classic dirty martini, featuring olives and a savory sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1/2 cup olive brine
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup green olives, pitted and sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the olive brine and heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the sliced olives and cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
- Garnish with additional olives or parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg