Description
A simple and delicious one-pot recipe for spinach tomato pasta that is easy to prepare and perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the penne pasta. Stir well and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- If desired, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas to the dish.
- Swap out the spinach for kale or add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg