St Patricks Noodles with Spinach

Celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick's Day with a vibrant plate of St. Patrick's Noodles with Spinach, a quick and easy pasta dish bursting with fresh, earthy flavors! This recipe combines tender spaghetti (or fettuccine) with a creamy, velvety spinach sauce infused with fragrant basil, garlic, and a refreshing hint of lemon. Finished with a touch of heavy cream and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, it's the perfect balance of indulgence and lightness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this family-friendly recipe is a must-try for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Serve it as a main course or a stunning vegetarian centerpiece, and watch it become an instant favorite. Keywords: spinach pasta, St. Patrick's Day recipes, creamy spinach sauce, quick dinner ideas, vegetarian pasta recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams spaghetti (or fettuccine)
• 150 grams fresh spinach leaves
• 15 grams basil leaves
• 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 100 milliliters heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 liters water for boiling pasta

Directions

Step 1

Bring 2 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a generous pinch of salt.

Step 2

Cook the spaghetti or fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.

Step 3

In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic cloves (minced) and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the spinach leaves and basil to the pan. Stir frequently until the spinach wilts and becomes tender, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Transfer the wilted spinach and basil mixture to a blender or food processor. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, half of the Parmesan cheese, and a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water. Blend until smooth and vibrant green.

Step 6

Return the blended spinach sauce to the pan over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the pan, tossing gently to coat the noodles in the sauce. If needed, add some of the reserved pasta water to achieve a creamy consistency.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and an optional drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2685.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1438.9

Total Fat 93.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 150mg	0%
Sodium 3367.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 3.2g
Protein 43.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 761.8mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1082.2mg	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: 59.3%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 28.6%