Linguini with Sun Dried Tomato and Arugula Rocket
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Linguini with Sun-Dried Tomato and Arugula (Rocket) recipe. Combining tender linguini with the bold, tangy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes and the peppery freshness of arugula, this dish strikes the perfect balance of flavors. A touch of garlic, red pepper flakes, and extra-virgin olive oil infuses the pasta with rich, Mediterranean-inspired notes, while a sprinkling of parmesan cheese adds a creamy finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings yet elegant enough for entertaining. Simple, flavorful, and satisfying, this one-pot meal is your go-to for quick and delicious Italian cuisine. Keywords: Linguini with sun-dried tomato, arugula pasta recipe, easy Mediterranean dinner, quick Italian pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g linguini pasta
- 100 g sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 100 g arugula (rocket)
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 50 g parmesan cheese (optional for serving)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguini and cook until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Meanwhile, finely slice the sun-dried tomatoes and peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced sun-dried tomatoes and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm through and infuse the oil with flavor.
Add the drained, cooked linguini to the skillet. Toss well to coat the pasta with the sauce, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the mixture.
Season the pasta with salt and black pepper to taste, then fold in the arugula. Allow the residual heat to wilt the arugula slightly.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.5 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g | 113% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 4044 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.6 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 53.2 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 832 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 3677 mg | 78% | |
*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.
