Description
Mushroom Spinach Pasta is a delightful and wholesome dish that brings together the earthy flavors of mushrooms and the vibrant freshness of spinach. This quick recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, offers a rich, garlicky sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a satisfying meal that not only tastes great but also provides a healthy dose of vegetables. Whether served as a main course or paired with a salad and garlic bread, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 8 ounces protein pasta
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 5 cups spinach
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons apple juice vinegar
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Finely grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Clean and slice the mushrooms.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat, then sauté the mushrooms for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic, spinach, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the skillet; cook until spinach is wilted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the mushroom mixture, adding reserved pasta water and remaining butter as needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 215g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg