Spinach Mushroom Pasta
A simple and satisfying pasta dish featuring fresh spinach and savory mushrooms. Perfect for a quick yet nourishing meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Pasta (any type: whole wheat, chickpea, or gluten-free)
- Fresh sliced mushrooms (cremini or button recommended)
- Fresh baby spinach
- Grated or shaved parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan option)
- Olive oil
- Minced garlic
- Salt
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Sauté the mushrooms in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds before folding in the spinach. Cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine the drained pasta with the vegetables, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve a creamy texture.
- Add the parmesan cheese and mix until melted and well combined.
Notes
Serve with extra parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, and red pepper flakes for an extra kick. Can be paired with a salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta, spinach, mushrooms, vegetarian, quick meal, healthy recipe