Enjoy homemade green spaghetti, a vibrant, delicious dish blending spinach, garlic, and Parmesan. A healthy, eye-catching meal ready in 30 minutes for family or festive occasions.
Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the pan and cook until it wilts down. If using pine nuts, you can add and toast them with spinach.
Put the spinach mixture in a blender and blend until smooth, adding salt and pepper to taste. Add a bit of pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
Toss the drained spaghetti with the green sauce, ensuring the pasta is well-coated.
Serve hot, sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese and garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
Ensure your pasta water is salted; it flavors the spaghetti during cooking.
Use fresh spinach for a brighter color and flavor in your sauce.
Don't overcook the garlic; browned garlic may add a bitter taste.
Save some pasta water. Adding a bit can help make the sauce creamier.
Grate your Parmesan cheese finely to ensure it melts evenly into your sauce.