Description
A simple yet flavorful spaghetti dish featuring fresh spinach and plenty of garlic, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper. Squeeze lemon juice over the top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Toss once more and serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra protein, add cooked chicken or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Italian