Spinach Mushroom Pasta
A comforting and flavorful pasta dish with earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and rich Parmesan cheese, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Pasta (linguine or fettuccine)
- Mushrooms (button or cremini)
- Fresh Spinach (baby spinach)
- Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
- Olive Oil (for sautéing)
- Garlic (fresh cloves, minced)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (usually about 8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add Garlic: Toss in the minced garlic to the mushrooms and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate the Spinach: Add the fresh spinach to the pan and cook, stirring frequently, until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet along with ½ cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until well coated.
- Finish with Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
- Serve Immediately: Plate your Spinach Mushroom Pasta and top with extra Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Feel free to add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for extra protein. Herbs like thyme or rosemary can also elevate the flavor.
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, vegetarian, spinach, mushrooms, weeknight dinner