Spinach Pasta
Spinach pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of Italy to your kitchen. Made with fresh spinach, this homemade pasta offers a delightful balance of earthy flavors and bright colors. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner, it’s versatile enough to pair with various sauces. Each bite is not just a meal but an experience, making it a family favorite at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh spinach (250g)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
Instructions
- Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until bright green, then transfer it to ice water to cool. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center, add eggs, drained spinach, and olive oil. Mix until combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Divide dough into manageable pieces and roll out to about 1/8 inch thick using a rolling pin or pasta machine.
- Cut into desired shapes (fettuccine or tagliatelle) and dust with flour to prevent sticking.
- Cook in salted boiling water for 2-4 minutes until they float. Serve with your favorite sauce or simply with olive oil and Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked pasta (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 130mg