Description
Fall Harvest Pasta with Spinach is a comforting dish that celebrates seasonal flavors while providing a nourishing meal that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup seasonal vegetables (e.g., butternut squash, bell peppers)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare your seasonal vegetables by chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped seasonal vegetables to the skillet and sauté until they are tender.
- Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until it wilts.
- If the mixture seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Season the pasta with salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and red pepper flakes.
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss to combine.
- Serve the Fall Harvest Pasta warm, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best taste and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: recipes
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 10
Keywords: pasta, fall, spinach, seasonal, healthy