Description
Savor the comforting flavors of spaghetti tossed with fragrant garlic and vibrant spinach. This easy-to-make dish combines tender pasta with sautéed garlic, creating a delightful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden brown, stirring frequently.
- Once the garlic is fragrant, add fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir until the spinach wilts down, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Drain the cooked spaghetti but reserve half a cup of pasta water. Add the spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and spinach.
- Gradually pour in reserved pasta water while tossing everything together. Sprinkle red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
- Serve topped generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg