Spaghetti with Ramps

Health score
19%
Spaghetti with Ramps
25 min.
4
661kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of spring with our delightful Spaghetti with Ramps recipe. This dish is not just a meal; it's an experience that brings the essence of fresh, seasonal ingredients right to your table. Ramps, also known as wild leeks, are a forager's treasure, boasting a unique garlicky flavor that elevates any dish. Paired with perfectly cooked spaghetti and a luscious ramp purée, this recipe is a celebration of simplicity and taste.

In just 25 minutes, you can create a dish that serves four, making it perfect for a cozy lunch or a sophisticated side dish at dinner. The addition of toasted bread-crumb topping and freshly grated parmesan adds a delightful crunch and richness, ensuring every bite is a burst of flavor. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, this meal is not only delicious but also satisfying.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, this recipe is easy to follow and requires minimal equipment. So gather your ingredients, and let the aroma of sautéed ramps and garlic fill your kitchen. Your taste buds will thank you for this culinary adventure that captures the essence of spring in every forkful!

Ingredients

  • servings bread-crumb topping toasted
  • teaspoon lemon zest fresh finely grated
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • tablespoons parmesan freshly grated
  • 0.5 pound ramps 
  • pound pasta like spaghetti 

Equipment

  • ladle
  • pot
  • blender
  • tongs
  • colander
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Trim roots from ramps and slip off outer skin on bulbs if loose. Blanch ramps in a 6-quart pot of boiling salted water, 2 to 3 seconds, and transfer to a cutting board with tongs. Coarsely chop ramps and put in a blender with zest and oil.
  2. Add spaghetti to boiling water and cook a few minutes, then ladle out 1/2 cup pasta water and add to blender. Purée ramps until smooth and season with salt. Continue to cook spaghetti until al dente, then ladle out about 1 cup additional pasta water before draining spaghetti in a colander. Return pasta to pot with ramp purée and toss with parmesan over moderate heat 1 to 2 minutes, thinning sauce with a little pasta water as needed to coat pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Calories661kcal
Protein11.76%
Fat23.46%
Carbs64.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.92
Glycemic Load
41.21
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.808695651267%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:661.39kcal
33.07%
Fat:17.13g
26.35%
Saturated Fat:2.78g
17.39%
Carbohydrates:106.42g
35.47%
Net Carbohydrates:100.34g
36.49%
Sugar:6.58g
7.32%
Cholesterol:1.7mg
0.57%
Sodium:179.59mg
7.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.32g
38.64%
Selenium:80.3µg
114.71%
Manganese:1.37mg
68.71%
Phosphorus:267.85mg
26.79%
Fiber:6.08g
24.31%
Iron:3.7mg
20.58%
Vitamin A:984.22IU
19.68%
Copper:0.37mg
18.52%
Magnesium:72.76mg
18.19%
Vitamin B3:3.5mg
17.51%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.56%
Vitamin E:2.13mg
14.19%
Zinc:1.96mg
13.07%
Calcium:123.24mg
12.32%
Folate:44.45µg
11.11%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.76%
Vitamin K:9.65µg
9.2%
Vitamin C:7.5mg
9.1%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.66%
Potassium:295.59mg
8.45%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.31%
Source:Epicurious