A bright, citrusy pasta dish with garlic-infused olive oil, fresh herbs, and vibrant sautéed vegetables—light yet packed with flavor! We think this may be THE tastiest pasta we have ever made!
What you need:
• 8 ounces gluten-free spaghetti
• ¼ cup(EVOO), divided
• 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 2 lemons, zested and juiced (juice added after garlic, zest at the end)
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup baby bella mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 1 cup baby heirloom tomatoes, halved
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup fresh parsley and basil, chopped
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
What to do:
Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gluten-free spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside. Sauté the vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 Tbsp of EVOO. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the spinach and tomatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften slightly. Season with salt and black pepper. Transfer the veggies to a bowl and set aside. Infuse the olive oil. In the same skillet, add the remaining EVOO and sliced garlic. Cook over low heat until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, about 1–2 minutes (be careful not to burn it!). Once the garlic is aromatic, pour in the lemon juice and stir for another 30 seconds to let the flavors meld. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic-lemon mixture. Gradually add the reserved pasta water as needed, stirring to create a silky sauce. Return the sautéed vegetables to the pasta and toss gently to combine. Sprinkle in the lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, and chopped herbs, stirring until everything is well incorporated. Add more pasta water if needed. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm, garnished with extra herbs and parmesan. Enjoy!