Low Carb Homemade Spinach Pasta
Elevate your low-carb cooking game with this vibrant and nutritious Low Carb Homemade Spinach Pasta! Made with fresh spinach, almond flour, and just a hint of xanthan gum for that perfect elasticity, this gluten-free pasta is a delicious alternative to traditional noodles. In just 30 minutes of prep time, you’ll create a wholesome, nutrient-packed dough that rolls out beautifully and cooks to perfection in mere minutes. Whether you pair it with a creamy Alfredo, a zesty marinara, or a drizzle of olive oil and Parmesan, this versatile pasta is the ideal base for a range of keto-friendly dishes. Perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle, this homemade spinach pasta balances flavor, texture, and health benefits, making it a standout addition to your weeknight menu!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Fresh Spinach
- 150 grams Almond Flour
- 2 whole Large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Xanthan Gum
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Begin by washing and drying the fresh spinach. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, wilt the spinach for about 2-3 minutes. Once wilted, remove from heat, let cool, then blend into a smooth puree using a food processor or blender.
In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, xanthan gum, and salt. Mix until all dry ingredients are well incorporated.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the eggs, olive oil, and spinach puree. Use a fork to beat the wet ingredients gently then gradually draw in the flour mix from the edges.
Once the dough starts to come together, use your hands to knead it into a consistent ball. If the dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of water gradually until the desired dough texture is achieved.
Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and use a rolling pin to roll it out to your desired thickness (around 1/16 inch for thin pasta).
Once rolled, cut the dough into desired pasta shapes using a pasta cutter or knife.
Boil a pot of salted water. Cook the pasta for about 3-5 minutes, depending on the thickness, until it floats to the top and is al dente.
Drain and serve immediately with your favorite low-carb sauce or topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1180 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.0 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 1503 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.0 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 566 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 138 mg | 3% | |
*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.
