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Spinach Tomato Pasta

Creamy Spinach Tomato Pasta That Will Brighten Your Day

Enjoy this Delicious Spinach Tomato Pasta with a creamy sauce, a comforting dish perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Paneer Pasta Substitute with penne or rigatoni for a different texture
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Sun-Dried Tomato Oil Substitute with olive oil if needed
  • 1 Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Optional
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Use vegetable stock for vegetarian
  • ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream Substitute with half-and-half for lighter option
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Shredded
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Chili Flakes Adjust to preferred heat level
For the Greens
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Substitute with kale if needed
  • to taste Fresh Basil Use dried basil if fresh isn’t available

Equipment

  • Medium Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by warming 2 tablespoons of sun-dried tomato oil in a medium pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Next, add 1 chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until it turns translucent and soft.
  3. Stir in 2 minced cloves of garlic along with ½ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Mix in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and let it cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Gradually pour in 1 cup of chicken stock while stirring to deglaze the pan.
  6. Sprinkle in kosher salt, black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of red chili flakes, adjusting to taste.
  7. Now, add 8 ounces of paneer pasta to the sauce and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes.
  8. Fold in 2 cups of fresh spinach and fresh basil until they wilt into the sauce.
  9. Finally, stir in ½ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 1 month. Reheat gently in a saucepan, adding a splash of chicken stock or cream if needed.

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