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Super Easy Olive Oil Pasta

Super Easy Olive Oil Pasta is a go-to side dish that is quick to make and goes with everything. Or make it a meal and just add meat and veggies!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 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 minced garlic 
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Add 2 teaspoons lemon juice and 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated.

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 (6%) 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: 6servings

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.