Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Easy Kale Tomato Pasta, a one-pot wonder that brings the Mediterranean to your kitchen. Bursting with fresh kale, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic garlic, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also packed with nutrients. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family dinners, this colorful pasta will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chopped kale to the skillet and sauté until wilted.
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Combine drained pasta with kale and tomatoes in the skillet. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve hot with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 15mg