Spaghetti with Scallion Sauce

Health score
40%
Spaghetti with Scallion Sauce
35 min.
6
443kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Spaghetti with Scallion Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances simplicity and flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a casual lunch with friends. With its vibrant green scallions and aromatic garlic, this pasta dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with a burst of fresh flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

The creamy scallion sauce, enriched with the nutty notes of Parmigiano-Reggiano and a hint of lemon zest, elevates the humble spaghetti to a whole new level. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making it a satisfying main course or a delightful side dish. Plus, with only 443 calories per serving, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free!

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and requires minimal equipment. The combination of sautéed scallions and garlic creates a fragrant base that is easily transformed into a smooth sauce, ensuring that even the busiest of home chefs can whip up a delicious meal in no time. So gather your ingredients, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • teaspoon lemon zest fresh finely grated
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup parmesan finely grated
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • cups spring onion chopped (from 4 bunches)
  • lb pasta like spaghetti 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot
  • blender
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cook spaghetti in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook scallions and garlic, stirring occasionally, until scallions are softened and garlic begins to turn golden, about 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer scallion mixture to a blender and add zest, salt, pepper, remaining olive oil, and 1/2 cup pasta-cooking water, then purée until smooth. (Use caution when blending hot liquids.)
  4. Drain pasta in a colander and return to pot.
  5. Toss pasta with scallion purée, cheese, and salt and pepper to taste over moderate heat until pasta is well coated.

Nutrition Facts

Calories443kcal
Protein12.75%
Fat31.29%
Carbs55.96%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.17
Glycemic Load
23.89
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.647391222093%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.91mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
7.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:442.62kcal
22.13%
Fat:15.43g
23.74%
Saturated Fat:3.26g
20.36%
Carbohydrates:62.1g
20.7%
Net Carbohydrates:57.85g
21.04%
Sugar:3.66g
4.07%
Cholesterol:5.67mg
1.89%
Sodium:439.85mg
19.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.14g
28.29%
Vitamin K:145.73µg
138.79%
Selenium:50.21µg
71.72%
Manganese:0.84mg
42.01%
Phosphorus:227.21mg
22.72%
Fiber:4.25g
17%
Calcium:165.84mg
16.58%
Vitamin C:13.28mg
16.09%
Vitamin E:2.2mg
14.66%
Vitamin A:730.92IU
14.62%
Magnesium:57.66mg
14.41%
Folate:56.96µg
14.24%
Copper:0.28mg
14.11%
Iron:2.14mg
11.91%
Potassium:367.19mg
10.49%
Zinc:1.57mg
10.47%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.45%
Vitamin B3:1.67mg
8.34%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.53%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.36%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.23%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.67%
Source:Epicurious