Tuscan Style Spaghetti with Kale and Cannellinis
Elevate your weeknight pasta game with this vibrant Tuscan Style Spaghetti with Kale and Cannellinis! Bursting with wholesome flavors, this easy-to-make dish combines tender spaghetti with nutrient-packed kale, creamy cannellini beans, and a hint of heat from red chili flakes. Brightened with zesty lemon and finished in a light garlic-infused olive oil sauce, this recipe is a perfect balance of comfort and health. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a vegetarian delight that can be tailored to vegan preferences by skipping the optional Parmesan garnish. Serve it as a satisfying main course, and don’t forget to pair it with a crisp glass of white wine for a true Tuscan experience!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 6 cups kale, destemmed and roughly chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 0 to taste salt
- 0 to taste black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the spaghetti. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3
Add the red chili flakes and stir for 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Step 4
Add the chopped kale to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the garlic oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the kale begins to wilt.
Step 5
Stir in the cannellini beans and vegetable broth. Let the mixture simmer for 5-6 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through and the kale to become tender.
Step 6
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing it with the kale and beans. If the mixture seems dry, add some of the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Step 7
Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 8
Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your Tuscan-style spaghetti!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1262.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1989.5 |
| Total Fat 95.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 94.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4302.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 198.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.3g | |
| Protein 95.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1819.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2573.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories