Lemon-Dusted Dandelion Greens Pasta

Name: Lemon-Dusted Dandelion Greens Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz (225g) dried spaghetti; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp lemon zest; 4 cups (120g), stems removed and chopped fresh dandelion greens; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; to taste salt; 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese

Pasta with tender dandelion greens and lemon, where the greens' bitterness harmonizes with bright citrus.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

8 oz (225g) dried spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp lemon zest
4 cups (120g), stems removed and chopped fresh dandelion greens
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
to taste salt
1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add 8 oz (225g) dried spaghetti, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 4 cups (120g) chopped dandelion greens to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until wilted, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp lemon zest, then add the drained spaghetti and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water; toss until coated and glossy.
Step 5: Season with salt to taste, then toss in 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.