Lemon Spinach Pasta: A Quick and Easy Delight for Everyone
A refreshing and simple recipe that combines the zesty flavors of lemon with the nutritious goodness of spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the spinach mixture.
- Stir in lemon juice and season with salt.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
- The dish is best served immediately.
- Try adding grilled chicken for additional protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg