Penne with Spinach Tomatoes and Olives
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Penne with Spinach, Tomatoes, and Olives recipe! Perfectly al dente penne pasta is tossed in a light yet tantalizing sauce made with sautéed garlic, juicy cherry tomatoes, and nutrient-packed baby spinach. Briny Kalamata olives and a touch of red chili flakes add a bold Mediterranean twist, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese ties it all together with creamy, savory richness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy pasta dish is ideal for busy evenings or a cozy dinner with friends. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a crisp salad to complete this wholesome and satisfying meal. Key ingredients like olive oil, fresh produce, and hearty pasta shine in this irresistible Italian-inspired creation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 300 grams cherry tomatoes
- 200 grams baby spinach leaves
- 75 grams kalamata olives
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 120 milliliters pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 120 ml of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the tomatoes soften and begin to release their juices.
Stir in the baby spinach leaves and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Slice the kalamata olives and add them to the skillet along with the red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta cooking water. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated in the sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Toss again to incorporate the cheese.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional cheese or chili flakes if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2204 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.5 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 3163 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 321.8 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.5 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 79.4 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 883 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 23.9 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 2685 mg | 57% | |
*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.
