Spinach Lemon Pasta
Experience a burst of flavor with this Spinach Lemon Pasta, where fresh spinach meets the zesty brightness of lemon in a quick and easy dish. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up a deliciously nutritious meal that is both satisfying and vibrant.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz whole grain spaghetti
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook spaghetti according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente.
- 2. Sauté Garlic: While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Add Spinach: Stir in fresh spinach and sauté for another 3-4 minutes until wilted.
- 4. Combine Ingredients: Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining spaghetti. Toss drained pasta into the skillet with spinach and garlic.
- 5. Create Sauce: Mix in lemon juice and zest, adding reserved pasta water as needed to coat evenly.
- 6. Serve: Plate the pasta and top with extra lemon zest or Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg