Pasta is one of the undisputed symbols of Italian cuisine, but what truly makes it special is the sauce. When you’re looking for recipes that are simple, quick to prepare yet light and healthy, the choice of sauce makes all the difference. Here are five ideas for light and quick sauces, perfect for enhancing pasta with simplicity and authenticity.
1. Zucchini Sauce: delicate, fresh, balanced
Perfect for those looking for a light yet tasty dish, our zucchini sauce is one of the most popular choices for those who want a natural, light condiment. Zucchini, with their soft and slightly sweet flavour, are ideal for low-calorie or vegetarian diets. It only takes a few minutes to heat it up and pair it with whole-wheat or durum wheat pasta: a fresh, nutritious first course, perfect even in the warmest months
2. Tomato Sauce: the king of simplicity
When you think about making a simple and quick pasta sauce, the answer is always the same: start with carefully selected, artisanal ingredients to ensure an authentic flavour, without added sugars, preservatives, or additives. Our tomato sauce is a versatile condiment, suitable for all ages and any pasta shape. Light but with a bold character, it’s the ideal base for a traditional and healthy dish.
3. Vegetarian Sauces: colour, flavour, and lightness
Among the best ready-to-use sauces for those who want to eat well without giving up on taste, our vegetarian sauces are a complete and nutritious option. They offer a perfect balance that enhances any type of pasta, combining lightness and authentic flavours. Also ideal for those following a vegetable-based, plant-based, or low-calorie diet, they are the perfect solution for light, colourful menus..
4. Spiced Sauces for an Exotic Touch
For anyone looking for an original dish with a bold yet balanced taste, our Tandoori Tomato sauce is the perfect choice. This tomato sauce, enriched with Tandoori spices, perfectly combines Mediterranean tradition with Eastern aromas. Spices are known for their anti-inflammatory and digestive properties, giving the sauce a unique character without weighing down the dish. Light and aromatic, this sauce is ideal for a meal that brings together flavour and wellbeing.
5. Mushroom Sauce: intense aroma
Finally, for those who want a more enveloping yet delicate taste, our mushroom sauce is an excellent choice. Made with porcini, honey mushrooms, or chanterelles, it’s an elegant and fragrant sauce that is still perfectly digestible. An ideal condiment for the autumn months or for enriching tagliatelle, without the need for extra toppings.
Artisanal Sauces: the solution for fast, quality professional cooking
In a professional setting, especially for those working in the food industry abroad, having ready-to-use sauces that are light, authentic, and well balanced is essential to guarantee consistent quality and fast service. De Luca Family Food sauces meet this need by combining artisanal tradition, natural ingredients, and ease of use. You just need to cook the pasta, preferably al dente, pour the sauce into a pan with a bit of the cooking water, and heat it for one minute; then, add the pasta and toss it over medium-high heat.
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