5 from 168 votes
Super Easy Olive Oil Pasta
Super Easy Olive Oil Pasta features spaghetti tossed with a fragrant olive oil infusion of minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, brightened by fresh lemon juice and parsley. The gently warmed oil melds flavors without browning the garlic, resulting in a simple yet flavorful dish with a smooth texture and subtle heat. It serves as a light main or a complement to other dishes, relying on fresh ingredients and straightforward technique.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
367 kcal
Course:
Side Dish, Main Course
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 1/2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons parsley fresh, minced
Instructions
- Fill a large stockpot with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons salt, then add 1 pound spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, heat 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil over low heat for 1 minute. Add 2 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for 1 minute, or until garlic is fragrant but not browned. Remove from heat.
- Drain the cooked spaghetti and transfer to a large bowl. Pour the olive oil mixture and an additional 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil over the spaghetti.
- Add 2 teaspoons lemon juice and 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
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Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
367kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
58g
(19%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
2334mg
(97%)
Potassium
195mg
(4%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
220IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
4.5mg
(5%)
Calcium
26mg
(3%)
Iron
1.2mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 367
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 367kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2334mg | 97% |
| Potassium | 195mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 220IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.