Spaghetti with Lime Arugula Rocket
Brighten up your pasta night with this vibrant and zesty Spaghetti with Lime Arugula Rocket! This quick and easy recipe features tender spaghetti tossed in a citrusy lime and garlic-infused olive oil sauce, perfectly balanced with a peppery bite of arugula (rocket). A hint of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat, while freshly grated Parmesan elevates each bite with a creamy, savory finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve with lime wedges for an extra pop of flavor, and let this refreshing, light pasta dish transport your taste buds to gourmet heights. Keywords: spaghetti, lime, arugula rocket, garlic, Parmesan, citrus pasta recipe.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 100 grams arugula (rocket)
- 2 whole lime
- 3 cloves garlic
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 50 milliliters pasta water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 50 ml of pasta water before draining the spaghetti.
Step 2
While the pasta cooks, zest and juice one of the limes. Slice the second lime into wedges for serving.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 4
Stir in the red pepper flakes, lime zest, and lime juice. Cook for 1 minute to combine the flavors.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss to coat the spaghetti in the lime and garlic mixture. Add the reserved pasta water a little at a time if the mixture seems dry.
Step 6
Add the arugula (rocket) to the skillet and toss gently until it slightly wilts, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 7
Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Step 8
Serve the spaghetti topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and lime wedges on the side. Enjoy your refreshing Spaghetti with Lime Arugula Rocket!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (811.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1394.7 |
| Total Fat 75.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 44.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2720.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 147.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.2g | |
| Protein 43.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 717.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 762.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories