Lemony Spinach and Leek Fusilli Pasta
Lemony Spinach and Leek Fusilli Pasta is a fresh and vibrant dish that tastes like spring with every bite.
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal
large pot
medium skillet
Whisk
- ¾ lb fusilli pasta
- ½ cup chopped leeks
- 3 cups spinach
- 1 cup olive oil
- 1 cup parmesan
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and fresh ground pepper
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook fusilli until al dente, then drain.
Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the leek and cook over moderate heat until softened, about 7 minutes.
Add the spinach and cook until it wilts, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In your serving dish, whisk the oil, parmesan, lemon juice, zest and salt and pepper.
Add in the pasta and stir to coat. Stir in the leeks and spinach. Garnish with a bit more zest and parmesan. Serve.
Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
Keyword fussili, Italian pasta, leeks, Lemony Spinach and Leek Fusilli Pasta, Spinach, spring dish