Linguine with Spinach
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and wholesome Linguine with Spinach recipe, a perfect fusion of simplicity and flavor. Featuring tender linguine tossed with wilted fresh spinach, fragrant garlic, and a hint of zesty lemon, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings. A splash of reserved pasta water creates a silky, light sauce, while a finishing touch of parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red chili flakes add richness and a gentle kick. This versatile pasta pairs beautifully with a crisp side salad or garlic bread, and it's a great way to sneak nutrient-packed greens into your meal. Easy, quick, and packed with fresh ingredients, this recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams linguine
- 200 grams fresh spinach
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 50 grams parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 120 milliliters pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 120 milliliters (about 1/2 cup) of pasta water and drain the pasta.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes until the spinach has wilted down.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the cooked linguine to the skillet with the spinach. Toss everything together.
Add the reserved pasta water to the skillet, stirring to combine. This will help create a light sauce.
Season the pasta with lemon juice, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste. Toss well to coat the linguine evenly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the pasta. Toss again to distribute the cheese.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan cheese or a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.3 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2843 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.1 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 684 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 239 mg | 5% | |
*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.
