Garlic Spaghetti with Spinach
Brighten up your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and flavorful Garlic Spaghetti with Spinach! This easy pasta dish combines tender spaghetti with a garlicky olive oil sauce, a touch of heat from red chili flakes, and the fresh, earthy goodness of wilted baby spinach. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a one-pan wonder perfect for busy days. Customize each serving with optional Parmesan cheese for a creamy finish or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a citrusy zing. Simple yet satisfying, this meal is both a comfort food classic and a wholesome vegetarian option that’s sure to please the whole family.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 200 grams baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 grams parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- 1 piece lemon (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 2
Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set aside.
Step 3
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 5
Add the red chili flakes to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds to infuse the oil with spice.
Step 6
Add the baby spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring until wilted. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Step 7
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine with the spinach and garlic mixture.
Step 8
Gradually add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed.
Step 9
Season the pasta with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 10
Serve immediately, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (789.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1443.3 |
| Total Fat 74.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g | |
| Cholesterol 40mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3281.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 145.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.3g | |
| Protein 48.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 20IU | 0% |
| Calcium 832.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 388.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories