Delicious Angel Hair Pasta

Very Healthy
Health score
66%
Delicious Angel Hair Pasta
20 min.
1
1073kcal

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Delicious Angel Hair Pasta: A Quick, Healthy, and Flavorful Meal

Are you in the mood for a delightful pasta dish that's not only quick to prepare but also packed with health benefits? Look no further! This recipe for Delicious Angel Hair Pasta is the perfect solution for your cravings. With a health score of 66, this dish is considered very healthy, making it an excellent choice for those watching their waistline or looking to maintain a balanced diet.

In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy a serving of this scrumptious pasta, which clocks in at 1073 kcal. Versatile enough to serve as a side dish, lunch, main course, or main dish, this recipe is sure to please a variety of palates.

The star of this dish is, of course, the angel hair pasta, a delicate and thin pasta that cooks to al dente perfection in just 4 to 5 minutes. But what truly sets this recipe apart is the array of fresh herbs and seasonings that infuse the pasta with a symphony of flavors. Imagine the zesty tang of lemon juice, the robust aroma of fresh basil and oregano, and the rich, nutty taste of extra-virgin olive oil, all coming together in a harmonious blend.

Don't let the health benefits overshadow the taste, though. This recipe is a testament to the fact that healthy food can be incredibly delicious. So, grab your frying pan and pot, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • ounce angel hair pasta 
  • tablespoon basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoon basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoons parsley fresh divided chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 teaspoon onion powder 
  • tablespoon oregano fresh chopped
  • tablespoons parmesan cheese grated
  • serving salt and pepper to taste
  • teaspoon granulated sugar white
  • teaspoon citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil; cook the angel hair pasta in boiling water until the pasta has cooked through yet firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Drain.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the pimentos, lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, 1 tablespoon parsley, basil, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder to the oil and stir; cook until the herbs are heated and fragrant. Stir the Parmesan cheese into the mixture.
  5. Add the pasta to the skillet and toss to evenly coat with the seasonings. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with remaining parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1073kcal
Protein13.15%
Fat18.56%
Carbs68.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
294.09
Glycemic Load
71.07
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
32.831739093946%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.46mg
Hesperetin
4.34mg
Naringenin
0.41mg
Apigenin
17.25mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
1.19mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1072.51kcal
53.63%
Fat:22.02g
33.88%
Saturated Fat:4.99g
31.19%
Carbohydrates:182.28g
60.76%
Net Carbohydrates:172.33g
62.67%
Sugar:11.15g
12.39%
Cholesterol:13.05mg
4.35%
Sodium:477.62mg
20.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.11g
70.22%
Selenium:149.14µg
213.05%
Vitamin K:187.82µg
178.87%
Manganese:2.42mg
121.05%
Phosphorus:545.54mg
54.55%
Fiber:9.94g
39.78%
Magnesium:148.66mg
37.16%
Copper:0.73mg
36.65%
Iron:5.67mg
31.49%
Calcium:283.11mg
28.31%
Vitamin C:23.24mg
28.16%
Zinc:4.16mg
27.73%
Vitamin E:3.4mg
22.66%
Vitamin A:1101.52IU
22.03%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.48%
Vitamin B3:4.28mg
21.37%
Potassium:699.46mg
19.98%
Folate:75.13µg
18.78%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.87%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.64%
Vitamin B5:1.16mg
11.61%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.38%
Source:Allrecipes