Description
Orecchiette pasta with spinach is a simple and healthy dish that highlights fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz orecchiette pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and add salt.
- Add the orecchiette pasta and cook according to package instructions.
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Drain the pasta and combine it with the spinach and garlic mixture.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your preference.
- This dish can be made vegan by omitting the cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Orecchiette Spinach Pasta