Spinach with Angel Hair Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and flavorful Spinach with Angel Hair Pasta recipe—perfectly combining simplicity and elegance. Tender angel hair pasta meets a garlicky sauté of fresh spinach, all brought together with a light, parmesan-infused sauce made silky with reserved pasta water. With just a touch of optional red pepper flakes for a hint of heat, this dish is a vibrant medley of textures and tastes that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Ideal for busy nights or an effortless dinner party entrée, this wholesome yet indulgent pasta recipe will quickly become a household favorite. Garnish with extra parmesan for the perfect finish!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Angel hair pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups Fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Pasta water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the angel hair pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (usually 3-4 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly golden.
Step 3
Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cooked angel hair pasta. Add the reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce and help coat the pasta and spinach.
Step 5
Mix in the grated parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until evenly combined and heated through.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (825.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1486.9 |
| Total Fat 57.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 80mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2832.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 187.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.3g | |
| Protein 71.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1299.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2054.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories