Spaghetti with Creamy Spinach Dijon Sauce
Spaghetti with Creamy Spinach Dijon Sauce is a deliciously indulgent dish that combines perfectly cooked spaghetti with a rich, velvety sauce made from fresh spinach, zesty Dijon mustard, and creamy heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add fresh spinach and sauté until wilted (3–4 minutes).
- Lower heat, pour in heavy cream and Dijon mustard; stir for about 3 minutes until combined.
- Toss cooked spaghetti with the sauce until well coated (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; simmer briefly until cheese melts.
- Serve immediately garnished with additional cheese or cayenne if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 487
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 462mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 73mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute spinach with kale or arugula for variety. For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or shrimp. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat, adding milk to restore creaminess.