Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Spinach (Printer View)

Italian pasta with garlic, olive oil, chili flakes, and fresh spinach. Quick, flavorful, and vegetarian.

# What you'll need:

→ Pasta

01 - 6 oz dry spaghetti

→ Flavor Base

02 - 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/4 tsp red chili flakes

→ Greens

05 - 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
06 - Salt, to taste

# Method:

01 - Boil a pot of salted water, add spaghetti, and cook until al dente according to package directions. Drain thoroughly.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and red chili flakes; sauté until aromatic, approximately 1–2 minutes.
03 - Introduce spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until wilted.
04 - Transfer drained spaghetti into the skillet, toss with the aromatics and greens, adjust seasoning with salt, and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes for fast meals
  • Vegetarian and easily made dairy-free
02 -
  • This dish contains wheat and gluten
  • Use gluten-free pasta for an allergy-friendly option
03 -
  • Add grated parmesan for extra flavor
  • Swap spinach for kale or arugula for variation
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