Delicious Spinach Tomato Pasta – Fresh, Easy & Bursting with Flavor
This spinach tomato pasta is a light, fresh, and flavorful dish that comes together in under 30 minutes. Loaded with garlic, juicy tomatoes, and tender spinach — it’s a healthy and satisfying meal for any night of the week.
Ingredients
-
8 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
-
2 tbsp olive oil
-
3 cloves garlic, minced
-
2 cups cherry tomatoes
-
3–4 cups fresh spinach
-
¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
-
Salt and pepper to taste
-
Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
-
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
-
In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Add garlic and sauté 1 minute.
-
Add cherry tomatoes and cook 5–7 minutes until they begin to burst.
-
Add spinach and cook until wilted.
-
Add drained pasta and reserved pasta water. Toss to coat.
-
Stir in Parmesan and season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
-
Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and more cheese.
Notes
-
Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if desired.
-
Add shrimp, beans, or chicken for protein.
-
Substitute with canned tomatoes in a pinch.