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Melissa Taylor

This quick and delicious Mediterranean spaghetti is packed with robust flavors including garlic, olives, lemon, peppers, basil, and tomatoes. It's a satisfying vegetarian meal that you can prepare in just 22 minutes.

Simple Mediterranean Spaghetti in 22 Minutes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Course Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings

Calories 369 kcal

Ingredients list

6 ounces spaghetti Note 1
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pepper seeded and chopped (red, yellow or orange)
1/2 cup olives pitted and chopped (green or black olives), Note 2
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes halved, Note 3
3 green onions chopped into 1 inch pieces (or use 1/2 sweet or red onion instead)
juice from 1/2 lemon
3 garlic cloves minced (1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic in jar)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
pinch red pepper flakes (I use 1/4-1/2 tsp)
4 cups fresh baby spinach roughly chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
Optional toppings: Parmesan cheese, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, feta cheese, pine nuts, fresh parsley, or fresh oregano.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted, cold water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente or to your preferred consistency. Drain, keeping aside 1/2 cup pasta liquid. Return pasta to pot and cover to keep warm.
While pasta is cooking, heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add red pepper and green onions, sautéing for 2 minutes. Include olives, basil, tomatoes, garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice, sautéing for 4-5 minutes more. If tomatoes have excess water, cook another 1-2 minutes. Stir in spinach and basil just until wilted, about 1 minute.
Add pasta to sauce and mix well, gradually adding pasta liquid as needed to keep moist. Taste, then adjust seasonings. Garnish using your choice from the ingredient list. If desired, include tofu, roasted shrimp, or grilled chicken.

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Notes

Feel free to customize this vibrant dish with a handful of your favorite ingredients like tofu, roasted shrimp, or grilled chicken for extra protein! Experiment with adding cheese or herbs to further enhance the flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 369kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 591mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Keyword Mediterranean Pasta