Description
Cabbage Pasta is a delightful and healthy dish that combines spaghetti, fresh cabbage, and aromatic garlic. It’s quick to prepare and provides a comforting, satisfying meal—all in under 15 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights, this flavorful recipe is sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 oz (113 grams) spaghetti or your favorite pasta shape
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- ¼ teaspoon chilli/red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ lb (220 grams) cabbage, shredded
- ¼ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ cup (60 ml) cooking pasta water
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more to serve
- 2–3 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 2–3 tablespoon toasted pine nuts or walnuts
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, reserving ½ cup of hot pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the sliced onion until soft and translucent, about 4 minutes. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Stir in the shredded cabbage and salt; cook for about 7 minutes or until wilted. Gradually add reserved pasta water to keep the mixture moist and prevent burning.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the cabbage mixture in the skillet. Mix in the grated Parmesan and chopped parsley until everything is well combined, adjusting moisture with more pasta water if needed.
- Serve immediately topped with additional Parmesan, a drizzle of olive oil, and chili flakes if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the dish by adding vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.
For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan or use a plant-based alternative.
Ensure the pasta is cooked al dente to maintain the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg