Garlic Parsley Spaghetti
Savor the simplicity and bold flavors of Garlic Parsley Spaghetti, a quick and delectable pasta dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. This recipe combines al dente spaghetti with a fragrant medley of sautéed garlic, fresh parsley, and a hint of red chili flakes for a subtle kick, all tossed in rich extra virgin olive oil. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking time, this dish is both fast and flavor-packed. A touch of parmesan cheese adds an optional layer of creamy indulgence, making it a versatile meal that can be tailored to your taste. Perfectly seasoned and effortlessly elegant, this dish is comfort food at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 6 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 bunch fresh parsley
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 50 g parmesan cheese (optional)
- 4 L water
Instructions
Bring 4 liters of water to boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Cook the spaghetti in the boiling water according to the package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
While the pasta cooks, finely chop the garlic cloves and the fresh parsley. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is warm, add the chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the spaghetti.
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and chili mixture.
Pour in a small amount of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen the sauce and help it coat the pasta.
Stir in the chopped parsley, and season with black pepper to taste. Toss everything together until well combined.
Serve immediately, garnished with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.9 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 3221 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.2 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1006 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 817 mg | 17% | |
*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.
