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Pumpkin, spinach and walnut spaghetti

Delicious Pumpkin, Spinach, and Walnut Spaghetti Bliss

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A comforting and healthy Pumpkin, Spinach, and Walnut Spaghetti dish that celebrates autumn flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spaghetti
  • 400 g Spaghetti Choose gluten-free spaghetti if desired.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing the vegetables.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely diced.
  • 500 g Butternut Squash/Pumpkin Provides sweetness and creamy texture.
  • 1 tsp Chili Flakes Adjust based on taste.
For the Vegetables
  • 150 g Spinach Fresh.
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice and zest.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 100 g Walnuts Chopped.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large pan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 220º C (430º F). Arrange cubed pumpkin on a baking sheet for roasting.
  2. Coat the cubed butternut squash with olive oil and salt. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway.
  3. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add chili flakes to the garlic and stir for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Cook spaghetti in boiling water, reserving a cup of pasta water. Drain spaghetti when al dente.
  6. Mash half the roasted pumpkin and mix with the other half in the pan with garlic and chili.
  7. Add drained spaghetti and fresh spinach to the pan, tossing to combine. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with walnuts and lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure garlic is sautéed on low-medium heat to prevent burning. Adjust chili flakes as per taste preference. Mixing creamy and chunky textures of pumpkin enhances mouthfeel.

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