Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta with Garlic and Lemon

A vibrant pasta dish where sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach meld with garlic in a simple, creamy sauce that brightens the plate.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/4 cup, oil-packed, chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 cups, fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 1, juiced lemon
• to taste salt
• to taste pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant and garlic is golden.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until wilted and bright green.
4. Step 4: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce that coats every strand.
5. Step 5: Stir in the juice of half a lemon and season with salt and pepper to taste until the sauce feels rich and balanced.