Spaghetti with Fresh Herbs
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and flavorful Spaghetti with Fresh Herbs recipe! Perfectly al dente spaghetti is tossed in a fragrant garlic-infused olive oil and brightened with a medley of fresh parsley, basil, and chives for a garden-fresh burst of flavor. A touch of grated Parmesan cheese adds a creamy, savory finish, while optional red chili flakes provide a subtle kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy pasta dish is a quick yet elegant meal that's perfect for busy nights or relaxed entertaining. Serve it as a comforting main course or pair it with a crisp green salad and crusty bread for a well-rounded Italian-inspired feast. Keywords: spaghetti recipe, fresh herbs pasta, easy weeknight dinner, garlic pasta, vegetarian pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 units garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives
- 60 grams Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, then set the spaghetti aside.
While the spaghetti is cooking, finely mince the garlic cloves. Chop the fresh parsley, basil, and chives. Grate the Parmesan cheese and set everything aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the garlic-infused olive oil.
Sprinkle in the chopped parsley, basil, and chives. Season with salt, ground black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Toss the pasta again to combine the herbs and seasoning.
If the pasta seems too dry, gradually add a small amount of the reserved pasta water, tossing continuously, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Remove the skillet from the heat and add half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss well to allow the cheese to melt slightly and coat the spaghetti.
Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and an additional sprinkle of chopped herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.1 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2756 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 625 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 335 mg | 7% | |
*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.
