10 Mediterranean Meal Prep Ideas for Busy Weeks – Mediterranean Nourish

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Spaghetti Aglio e Olio


  • Author: oumardaabdelali
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple yet flavorful Italian pasta dish made with garlic and olive oil.


Ingredients

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  • 400g spaghetti
  • 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 100ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti until al dente.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until garlic is golden.
  4. Drain the spaghetti, reserving some pasta water.
  5. Add the spaghetti to the pan with the garlic oil.
  6. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

For an extra kick, add more red pepper flakes or substitute with a different type of oil.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 21g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: spaghetti, garlic, olive oil, Italian, vegetarian

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