Easy Olive and Mushroom Pasta Saute

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Easy Olive and Mushroom Pasta Sauté, a simple yet flavor-packed dish that's ready in just 30 minutes! Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a fragrant blend of sautéed garlic, earthy button mushrooms, and briny black olives, this recipe achieves the perfect balance of savory and spiced thanks to a sprinkle of red chili flakes and dried oregano. A hint of Parmesan and a garnish of fresh parsley take it to the next level, making it a restaurant-worthy meal in the comfort of your own kitchen. Ideal for pasta lovers seeking a quick, vegetarian-friendly dish, this one-pan wonder pairs beautifully with crusty bread and a crisp side salad. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a delightful way to turn pantry staples into a gourmet experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 250 grams spaghetti or preferred pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 200 grams button mushrooms, sliced
• 100 grams black olives, pitted and sliced
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and start to brown.

Step 5

Stir in the sliced black olives, red chili flakes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(644.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1087.7

Total Fat 61.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 40mg	0%
Sodium 2723.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.9g	0%
Total Sugars 5.5g
Protein 42.0g	0%

Vitamin D 20IU	0%
Calcium 674.8mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 919.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 34.9%