Prosciutto Pasta Toss
Elevate your dinner routine with the irresistible Prosciutto Pasta Toss, a quick and elegant recipe perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This dish combines tender strands of spaghetti or linguine with savory strips of prosciutto, sautéed cherry tomatoes, and delicate baby spinach, all brought together in a light, garlicky olive oil sauce. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a hint of lemon, it’s a symphony of flavors that feels indulgent yet fresh. Ready in just 30 minutes with optional red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, this easy pasta recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for fans of Italian-inspired cooking, it’s as versatile as it is delicious—serve it with a crisp green salad or a loaf of crusty bread for a complete meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 4 oz prosciutto
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 count garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, slice the prosciutto into thin strips and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to release their juices.
Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce.
Stir in the prosciutto, grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes (if using), lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well combined and heated through.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1627 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.8 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.7 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 174 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 4681 mg | 204% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.8 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 86.9 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1012 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1343 mg | 29% | |
*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.
