Hearts of Palm Pasta with Olive Oil and Garlic
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Hearts of Palm Pasta with Olive Oil and Garlic
Description
This recipe begins by gently heating extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet, then cooking thinly sliced garlic cloves until golden brown, releasing their sweet aroma and flavor. The hearts of palm pasta is added along with kosher salt, pepper, and oregano, then cooked while stirring until thoroughly heated through. This method infuses the pasta with the fragrant garlic and herbs.
The dish is finished by removing it from heat and sprinkling with grated parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes for subtle heat, and freshly chopped parsley for color and brightness. The texture of hearts of palm pasta offers a tender but slightly firm bite, making it a pleasant alternative to traditional grain pastas.
This is served immediately as a light main course or side dish, pairing well with salads or grilled proteins. The careful cooking of garlic to golden helps avoid bitterness and enhances flavor complexity. The combination of olive oil and parmesan gives richness balanced by the herbs and red pepper.
Leftover pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days and reheated gently in a microwave at half power. Using fresh sliced garlic is recommended over jarred minced garlic for better texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup olive oil extra-virgin
- 4 garlic thinly sliced, cloves
- 1 package hearts of palm pasta 9 ounces; I use the Trader Joe's pasta
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼ cup parmesan grated
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic slices. Cook, stirring often, until golden, about 4 minutes.
- Add the pasta, salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Cook, stirring often, until the pasta is heated through, for about 5 minutes.
- Remove to a plate. Sprinkle with parmesan, red pepper flakes, and parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Cook garlic until golden brown and aromatic but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Use fresh sliced garlic rather than jarred minced garlic for optimum flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave at 50% power to preserve texture and prevent drying.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 331 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.5recipe | |
| Calories | 331kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Sodium | 488mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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