Pasta with Spinach

Brighten up your weeknight dinner routine with this quick and flavorful Pasta with Spinach recipe! This dish combines al dente pasta with tender, sautéed spinach, fragrant garlic, and a zesty hint of lemon for a vibrant and refreshing flavor profile. A drizzle of olive oil and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese create a luscious, creamy finish without the need for heavy cream. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of crushed red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this easy 25-minute recipe is both comforting and nutritious. Whether you're seeking a light vegetarian meal or a versatile side dish, this Pasta with Spinach is sure to become a go-to favorite for healthy, homemade dining.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 250 grams Pasta
• 150 grams Fresh Spinach
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 3 cloves Garlic Cloves
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 50 grams Parmesan Cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water and then drain the pasta.

Step 3

While the pasta is cooking, finely chop the garlic cloves. Wash and drain the fresh spinach.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stir, and cook until it wilts, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the spinach. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the reserved pasta water gradually to the skillet as needed to keep the pasta moist. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.

Step 8

Grate the Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 10

Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(507.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	825.3

Total Fat 42.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 44.5mg	0%
Sodium 1865.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 3.3g
Protein 31.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 638.9mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 145.2mg	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: 46.5%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 38.1%