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Spaghetti with Garlic & Spinach

Delicious Spaghetti with Garlic & Spinach in 25 Minutes

This Spaghetti with Garlic & Spinach recipe is quick, healthy, and packed with vibrant flavors, making it perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 200 grams Spaghetti or gluten-free pasta if preferred
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any cooking oil you enjoy
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh for best flavor
  • 200 grams Fresh Spinach can substitute with kale or arugula
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for heat
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Serving
  • 50 grams Parmesan Cheese omit for vegan option or use nutritional yeast
  • 1 whole Lemon Wedges squeezed before serving

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • large skillet
  • cooking spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden.
  3. Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted, adding red pepper flakes if desired.
  4. Combine drained spaghetti with garlic and spinach in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water to create a sauce and tossing everything together. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve immediately, topping with Parmesan cheese and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of olive oil.

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