Ingredients
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- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- 2. Sauté Kale: In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute. Add chopped kale and sauté until wilted, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- 3. Combine Ingredients: Add drained pasta to the skillet with kale and garlic. Toss gently to combine and heat through.
- 4. Enhance Flavor: Stir in lemon juice, grated Parmesan, red pepper flakes, and reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- 5. Serve: Plate the kale pasta warm, garnished with extra Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 15mg