Hearty Spinach Tomato Pasta
A vibrant, quick-cooking pasta dish blending ripe tomatoes, wilted spinach, and tender pasta strands. Fresh, wholesome, and adaptable, this vegetarian recipe delivers comforting Italian-inspired flavors with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 25
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
8 oz (225g) penne pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
1 cup fresh spinach leaves
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente
Heat olive oil in a large skillet, sauté garlic
Add chopped tomatoes and simmer 5-7 minutes until softened
Stir in spinach, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes
Cook until spinach wilts (2-3 minutes)
Combine pasta and tomato mixture in the skillet
Toss to coat evenly
Add Parmesan if using, before serving
Notes
Use canned crushed tomatoes (5 oz per serving) if fresh is unavailable
Swap spinach for kale or Swiss chard
Store leftovers in airtight containers for 3-4 days
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/hearty-spinach-tomato-pasta/