Spaghetti with Kale and Lemon
from Tiffany at eatathomecooks.com
Servings: 6 to 8
Calories: 295kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼-½ tsp. red pepper flakes
- ½-1 bunch kale stems removed and chopped
- ¼ cup walnuts toasted (or nut/seed of choice)
- 1 zest of 1 lemon
- 2 Tbs. lemon juice
- sea salt and pepper to taste
- 12 oz. whole wheat spaghetti noodles
- ¼-½ 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 ½ 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: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 77mg | Potassium: 197mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1140IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 2mg