Spaghetti with Kale and Lemon
from Tiffany at eatathomecooks.com
Servings: 3 to 4
Calories: 324kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes
- ¼-½ bunch kale stems removed and chopped
- 2 Tbs. walnuts toasted (or nut/seed of choice, sesame would be good)
- ½ zest of lemon
- 1 Tbs. lemon juice
- sea salt and pepper to taste
- 6 oz. whole wheat spaghetti noodles
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese Asiago or Romano, freshly grated
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook garlic and pepper flakes until fragrant, stirring frequently, approx. 30-45 seconds.
- Add kale, and stir until slightly wilted.
- Remove from heat and stir in walnuts, lemon zest and juice.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in well-salted water according to package directions.
- Once done, reserve ¼ cup pasta water and drain.
- Add pasta to skillet, tossing to coat.
- Add reserved water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Sprinkle with cheese before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1269IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 3mg