Spaghetti with Garlic Olive Oil
Elevate your weeknight dinner with the simplicity and elegance of Spaghetti with Garlic Olive Oil, a classic Italian dish that's as quick as it is flavorful. Featuring perfectly cooked al dente spaghetti tossed in a luscious blend of golden sautéed garlic and premium extra virgin olive oil, this recipe is bursting with savory, aromatic goodness. A sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while fresh parsley brings bright, herbaceous notes to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for busy nights yet sophisticated enough to impress guests. Serve it with an optional garnish of Parmesan cheese for a creamy finish, and enjoy a dish that embodies the beauty of uncomplicated, wholesome ingredients. Perfectly simple, irresistibly delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 60 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
- 5 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 15 grams fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 30 grams parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta is cooking, finely slice the garlic cloves and chop the parsley.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté gently until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic and oil mixture. If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water and toss again.
Season with salt to taste and sprinkle in the chopped parsley, mixing thoroughly.
Divide the spaghetti into servings and, if desired, top with grated parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1266 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.8 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 2792 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.8 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 453 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 439 mg | 9% | |
*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.
