Garlicky Spaghetti With Beans & Greens Recipe

Name: Garlicky Spaghetti With Beans & Greens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces spaghetti; 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 4 tablespoons garlic cloves; 12-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 3 cups grape tomatoes, halved; 2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained & rinsed (or another white bean); 5 ounces arugula leaves; 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

1
Cook pasta.
2
Before draining, reserve one cup of the pasta water.
3
After draining, sprinkle 1/2 tsp kosher salt & toss gently.
4
Cover & keep warm.
5
Return pot to medium heat.
6
Add oil, garlic, & pepper; cook 2 minutes or until garlic is lightly browned.
7
Stir in remaining 1 tsp salt, tomatoes, & beans; cook 2 minutes.
8
Add pasta; cook 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
9
Add pasta water & arugula; tossing gently to combine.
10
Remove from heat.
11
Stir in lemon juice & cheese.
12
Serve immediately.

522

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces spaghetti, 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided, 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 4 tablespoons garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Garlicky Spaghetti With Beans & Greens falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Garlicky Spaghetti With Beans & Greens

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Variations & substitutions

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