Description
Spaghetti with garlic and spinach is a simple yet delicious dish that comes together in just 20 minutes. The fragrant garlic perfectly complements the vibrant spinach, creating a meal that is both comforting and nutritious. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups fresh spinach, packed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Toss in fresh spinach and red pepper flakes, cooking until the spinach wilts (2-3 minutes).
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet, mixing well with spinach and garlic. Gradually add reserved pasta water until reaching desired consistency.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Plate your spaghetti hot, adding extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg