Description
This One Pan Pasta recipe is a quick, flavorful dish combining linguine, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and fresh basil all cooked together in a single pan for easy preparation and minimal cleanup. Finished with a touch of Parmesan cheese, it’s perfect for a hearty yet simple meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta and Veggies
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 2 ounces baby spinach
- 1 small onion, finely sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, finely sliced
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
Seasonings and Others
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 4 cups boiling water
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large deep pan, place the linguine along with the cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, sliced onion, garlic, and fresh basil. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, then season with crushed red pepper and salt.
- Add Water and Cook: Pour the boiling water into the pan over the ingredients and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally with tongs to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. The liquid will mostly evaporate, forming a flavorful sauce.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and additional fresh basil if desired. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your one-pan pasta.
Notes
- This recipe is adapted from Martha Stewart.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator; they will keep well for 4-5 days.
- To make the dish gluten-free, substitute regular linguine with gluten-free pasta.
- For a vegan version, omit Parmesan cheese or replace it with nutritional yeast or a vegan Parmesan alternative.
- For a creamier sauce, replace some of the water with milk or a milk alternative.
- Feel free to customize by substituting other vegetables you prefer.
- One serving corresponds to approximately 2 ounces of pasta per person.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 551 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
