Pasta with Artichokes
Elevate your pasta nights with this vibrant and flavorful Pasta with Artichokes recipe—a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and fresh! Featuring tender pasta tossed with golden, sautéed artichoke hearts, aromatic garlic, and a bright splash of zesty lemon juice, this dish is both simple and elegant. A sprinkle of red chili flakes adds a subtle kick, while freshly grated parmesan and chopped parsley bring a layer of richness and freshness to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve it with a side salad and a crusty loaf of bread for a complete meal that’s bound to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 300 grams artichoke hearts (canned or jarred)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining.
While the pasta is cooking, drain and rinse the artichoke hearts. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the chopped artichoke hearts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are lightly golden and tender.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Mix well to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat the pasta in the artichoke mixture.
If the pasta seems dry, add the reserved pasta cooking water, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and grated parmesan cheese.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.7 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 934 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 234 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.
