Espaguetis con Almendras

Espaguetis con Almendras is a delightful Spanish pasta dish that combines the nuttiness of almonds with the richness of garlic and olive oil. This vegetarian recipe offers a satisfying and flavorful experience, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 200 grams
• Almonds (sliced) - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Parsley (fresh) - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes) but not browned.
4. Add the sliced almonds to the skillet and toast them lightly for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
5. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and almond mixture.
7. Toss the spaghetti with the almond mixture, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
8. Stir in the chopped parsley, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to taste.
9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and almonds if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 13 g
• Carbs: 73 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 220 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from almonds, which can support heart health.
• High in fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting satiety.

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