One-Pot Spinach Tomato Pasta
One-Pot Spinach Tomato Pasta is a quick, flavorful dish that marries the freshness of spinach with the sweetness of cherry tomatoes in a rich, savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also requires just one pot, making cleanup a breeze. In under 30 minutes, you can serve up perfectly cooked pasta that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until soft (3-4 minutes), stirring frequently.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in uncooked pasta, cover, and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted (about 1 minute).
- Finish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute spinach with kale or add roasted red peppers for extra flavor. A sprinkle of red pepper flakes can add some heat! For creaminess, mix in ricotta cheese before serving.