Pasta con Spinaci e Aglio

Pasta con Spinaci e Aglio is a delightful Italian dish that combines the vibrant flavors of sautéed spinach and garlic with al dente pasta. This dairy-free recipe is both satisfying and healthy, making it a perfect choice for a quick weeknight supper.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 200 grams
• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Nutritional yeast (optional) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
4. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the spinach and garlic. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a light sauce.
7. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle nutritional yeast if using, tossing again to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with extra black pepper if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from fresh spinach.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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