Spinach Mushroom Pasta
A comforting and flavorful pasta dish made with fresh spinach and mushrooms, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or whole-grain)
- 8 oz mushrooms (button, cremini, or shiitake)
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add sliced mushrooms, and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Toss in minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Incorporate Spinach: Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Drain pasta, add to skillet, and toss with veggies, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Finish with Parmesan: Sprinkle in grated Parmesan and toss until melted and combined.
- Plate and Serve: Transfer to bowls and garnish with more Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Feel free to adjust ingredients based on your preferences. Add protein or creamy textures for variations.
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: spinach, mushroom, pasta, vegetarian, easy recipes