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Spaghetti with Arugula, Parmesan, and Pine Nuts

Spaghetti with Arugula, Parmesan, and Pine Nuts prepared dish

This delightful spaghetti dish features fresh arugula, nutty pine nuts, and rich parmesan cheese, creating a perfect balance of flavors. The combination of ingredients provides a refreshing and satisfying meal that's quick to prepare. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

This recipe is italian style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 10 min prep and 15 min cook.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 15 min · Total: 25 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include garlic, spaghetti, arugula, olive oil.
  • Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 300 g spaghetti
  • 100 g arugula (washed)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 30 g pine nuts
  • 50 g parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
  3. Add the pine nuts to the skillet and toast them lightly for about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  4. Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
  5. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the garlic and pine nuts, tossing to combine.
  6. Stir in the arugula, grated Parmesan cheese, and a splash of reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 55 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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