One-Pan Lemon Herb Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes and Spinach

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A vibrant, all-in-one pasta dish with sun-ripened tomatoes, fresh herbs, and creamy lemon sauce. This Italian-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs spaghetti, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1.5 cups halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to burst and soften.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 cups fresh spinach, 2 tbsp chopped basil, 2 tbsp chopped parsley, 1 lemon (zested and juiced), 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until spinach wilts.
  5. Step 5: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes until cream thickens and coats the pasta.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

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