Description
A light and refreshing pasta dish with lemon and spinach.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Drain pasta and add to the pan.
- Toss to combine and season with salt.
- Serve with Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
- Adjust lemon juice based on your taste preference.
- You can add grilled chicken for protein.
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Lemon Spinach Pasta