Pasta with Artichokes and Basil
Delight your taste buds with the fresh and flavorful combination of Pasta with Artichokes and Basil—a quick and easy recipe that brings together the vibrant essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Tender pasta mingles with golden-browned artichoke hearts, fragrant garlic, and zesty lemon juice, while a generous handful of fresh basil leaves adds a bright herbal finish. Perfectly balanced and light, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights, yet elegant enough for entertaining. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, this vegetarian pasta recipe is easily customizable with Parmesan cheese for a creamy touch. Serve it warm and pair with a crisp white wine for a truly satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 300 grams artichoke hearts (canned or jarred, drained)
- 20 grams fresh basil leaves
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve half a cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the artichoke hearts to the skillet. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are warmed through and slightly golden on the edges.
Stir in the lemon juice, remaining olive oil, and reserved pasta water. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into small pieces and mix them into the pasta.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss everything together once more to combine.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.6 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 4057 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.8 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 758 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 914 mg | 19% | |
*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.
