Gluten-Free Zeytinyağlılar

Gluten-Free Zeytinyağlılar is a delicious Turkish pasta dish that combines the rich flavors of olive oil with fresh vegetables and herbs. Perfectly light yet satisfying, it's a great option for a healthy meal.

Gluten-Free Zeytinyağlılar
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Turkish
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Gluten-free pasta - 200 grams
  • Extra virgin olive oil - 4 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
  • Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
  • Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
  • Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
  • Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  3. Add the cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and bell pepper to the skillet, sautéing for about 5-7 minutes until they soften.
  4. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss to combine all ingredients, then season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 65 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
  • Contains healthy fats from olive oil, supporting heart health.

Tags

TurkishGluten-FreePasta Dish