Aperol Herb-Infused Pasta

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A creamy, herb-rich pasta dish with a tangy Aperol base, balanced by fresh greens and roasted vegetables. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs Aperol, Butter, Garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz fusilli and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 2 cloves garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 2 tbsp Aperol and 1/2 cup pasta water until the liquid is absorbed.
  3. Step 3: Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, adding more pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce. Fold in 4 oz spinach and 1 cup roasted zucchini.
  4. Step 4: Finish with 0.5 cup grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or basil.

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