Noodles with Walnuts
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this simple yet luxurious recipe for Noodles with Walnuts. A perfect balance of earthy, nutty flavors and bright, fresh ingredients, this dish combines tender spaghetti with toasted walnuts, fragrant garlic, and a drizzle of rich olive oil. A sprinkle of grated Parmesan and fresh parsley adds a savory finishing touch, while optional red pepper flakes bring a hint of heat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy pasta recipe is both satisfying and sophisticated, perfect for a cozy dinner for two or a gourmet meal on the go. Try this vegetarian favorite for a deliciously wholesome twist on classic pasta recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams spaghetti or other long noodles
- 100 grams walnuts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 liters water for boiling
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the noodles.
While the pasta cooks, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and roughly chop the walnuts. Set aside.
In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the cooked, drained noodles to the skillet and toss to coat with the oil and garlic. Stir in the reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce.
Season the noodles with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir well to combine.
Add the chopped toasted walnuts to the skillet and toss them with the noodles evenly.
Transfer the noodles to serving plates and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Noodles with Walnuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.6 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 51.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 2040 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 50.4 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 696 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 655 mg | 14% | |
*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.
