Spinach Pasta in Olive Oil Recipe

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Spinach Pasta in Olive Oil Recipe

If you’re looking for an easy but different meal, this recipe is just right for you. tada Spinach in Olive Oil comes together with pasta and a few simple ingredients to become a filling and delicious main meal in no time.

Time 15 min
Servings Serves 2
Serve Hot

Ingredients

  • 1 pack tada Spinach in Olive Oil
  • 200 g pasta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp grated parmesan or a vegan alternative
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Chilli flakes, to taste
  • A few fresh basil leaves, to serve

Method

  1. Cook the pasta following the instructions on the pack and drain.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a pan. Briefly sauté the finely chopped garlic.
  3. Add the tada Spinach in Olive Oil to the pan and heat for a few minutes.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss well with the spinach mixture.
  5. Add salt, black pepper and chilli flakes if you like, and cook together for a few more minutes.
  6. Transfer to a serving plate. Sprinkle with parmesan or the vegan alternative and serve with fresh basil.

Tips

  • Cooking the pasta al dente, rather than overcooking it, gives the dish a better texture.
  • For a silkier sauce, add a few tablespoons of the pasta cooking water.
  • Sauté the garlic briefly without burning it for a more balanced flavour.
  • For a richer flavour, top with toasted walnuts or pine nuts.

How Many Calories Are in Pasta with Spinach in Olive Oil?

Depending on the amount of pasta and extra ingredients used, 1 portion of Pasta with Spinach in Olive Oil may contain approximately 350–450 calories.