Low Carb Homemade Spinach Pasta
Elevate your low-carb cooking game with this delicious and nutrient-packed Low Carb Homemade Spinach Pasta! Featuring fresh spinach puréed to perfection for a vibrant green hue, this pasta dough is made with almond flour and a touch of xanthan gum for a gluten-free, keto-friendly alternative to traditional pasta. The recipe is surprisingly simple, requiring just 30 minutes of prep time to create a tender, al dente pasta that pairs beautifully with your favorite low-carb sauces. Rolled and shaped by hand, this pasta delivers wholesome flavor in every bite and is ideal for those seeking a healthier, high-protein twist on classic comfort food. Indulge in this guilt-free, homemade pasta that’s perfect for meal prep or a nourishing weeknight dinner!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Fresh Spinach
- 150 grams Almond Flour
- 2 whole Large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Water
Directions
Step 1
Begin by washing and drying the fresh spinach. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, wilt the spinach for about 2-3 minutes. Once wilted, remove from heat, let cool, then blend into a smooth puree using a food processor or blender.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, xanthan gum, and salt. Mix until all dry ingredients are well incorporated.
Step 3
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the eggs, olive oil, and spinach puree. Use a fork to beat the wet ingredients gently then gradually draw in the flour mix from the edges.
Step 4
Once the dough starts to come together, use your hands to knead it into a consistent ball. If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of water gradually until the desired dough texture is achieved.
Step 5
Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and use a rolling pin to roll it out to your desired thickness (around 1/16 inch for thin pasta).
Step 6
Once rolled, cut the dough into desired pasta shapes using a pasta cutter or knife.
Step 7
Boil a pot of salted water. Cook the pasta for about 3-5 minutes, depending on the thickness, until it floats to the top and is al dente.
Step 8
Drain and serve immediately with your favorite low-carb sauce or topping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (484.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1179.5 |
| Total Fat 99g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1502.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.4g | |
| Protein 49.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 0% |
| Calcium 566.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 138.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories