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Arugula Pasta

Arugula Pasta
Arugula Pasta

Arugula Pasta

© Rolling Harvest in partnership with Carversville Farm Foundation
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 324 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups arugula loosely packed fresh arugula
  • ¾ lb pasta uncooked, preferably whole wheat
  • 3 tbsp olive or vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion or 2 medium onions, chopped; or 4 green onions or scallions, sliced thin crosswise, including greens
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic finely chopped, or ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Zest and juice of 1 fresh lemon
  • ¼ tsp kosher salt
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Wash the arugula by placing in a large bowl of cold water; swish gently to remove any dirt. Pull the arugula out of the water, shake gently, and dry the leaves in a colander or salad spinner. Trim any thick stems. Set aside.
  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water, until it is cooked but still a bit firm to the bite (al dente). Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup of the water from the pot.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Stir in the lemon zest and juice, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes.
  • Add the pasta and ½ cup pasta cooking water to the skillet and cook, tossing gently, for 2-3 minutes until the sauce coats the pasta. Add more pasta cooking water if needed.
  • Add the arugula and the Parmesan cheese, toss to wilt the arugula, and serve.

Notes

  • Arugula is a popular spicy-peppery salad green..
  • It is related to broccoli and cabbage.
  • It is often mixed with milder lettuces in a salad, and is usually one of the lettuces in spring mix.
  • Arugula is very low in calories and fat-free.
  • It is a good source of vitamins, minerals and fiber.
  • Store for up to a week in a sealed plastic bag or airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • Wash just before using.
  • This recipe shows how delicious it can be on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Arugula Pasta
Amount per Serving
Calories
324
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10
g
13
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
15
%
Sodium
 
234
mg
10
%
Potassium
 
247
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
46
g
15
%
Fiber
 
3
g
11
%
Sugar
 
3
g
Protein
 
11
g
22
%
Vitamin A
 
547
µg
61
%
Vitamin C
 
5
mg
6
%
Calcium
 
142
mg
11
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword arugula, pasta
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