Description
A delightful and simple recipe for Pasta with Spinach that is quick to make and bursting with flavor. This vegetarian dish combines pasta with garlic, spinach, and Parmesan cheese for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (penne, spaghetti, or your choice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 5–6 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pasta cooking water (reserved)
- zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Pasta:
Other Ingredients:
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta.
- Prepare the Spinach: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Combine and Serve: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water and toss to coat. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon zest if desired. Serve warm, topped with extra cheese.
Notes
- You can add cooked chicken, shrimp, or white beans for extra protein.
- Use baby spinach for a milder flavor and tender texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
