Description
Italian Pasta with Garlic Olive Oil Sauce is a delightful, quick dish that brings the classic flavors of Italy to your table. With al dente spaghetti coated in a fragrant garlic and olive oil sauce, it’s garnished with fresh parsley and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. This versatile recipe is perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings, allowing you to impress guests or indulge in a cozy night in. Enjoy the vibrant simplicity of this dish, which can easily accommodate your choice of vegetables or proteins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 g (14 oz) spaghetti
- 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente as per package instructions.
- Prepare the Garlic Oil Sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced garlic until golden (2-3 minutes). Stir in red pepper flakes.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain spaghetti. Add to the skillet and toss well with the garlic oil, adding reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper. Mix in chopped parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg