Spinach Green Pasta

Spinach green pasta is a colorful and flavorful dish that combines the taste of pasta with the freshness of spinach. Let’s see how to prepare it.

Ingredients

• 300 g of pasta (preferably tagliatelle or fettuccine)
• 200 g of fresh spinach
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan (optional)

Preparation

1. Start by washing the fresh spinach under running water to remove any soil residue. Drain well.
2. In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat and add the peeled and crushed garlic cloves. Brown for a minute.
3. Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta following the package instructions for al dente.
5. Drain the pasta and pour it into the skillet with the spinach. Mix well to combine the ingredients.
6. If you wish, you can add grated Parmesan to make the dish richer.

Serve the pasta hot, with an additional sprinkle of Parmesan if liked.

Curiosity

Spinach is much loved in Italian cuisine, both for its nutritional properties and its versatility. It can be used in multiple preparations, from stuffed pastas to side dishes, and is an excellent source of iron and vitamin K.

Buon appetito!