Easy Aglio e Olio Recipe | Simple Vegan Italian Dinner
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is a classic vegan Italian pasta made with garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes. Simple, quick, and incredibly flavorful — ready in just 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 6–8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- ½–1 tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ cup reserved pasta water
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley, lemon zest, toasted breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low. Add garlic and cook until golden.
- Add red pepper flakes and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour in pasta water and stir to emulsify.
- Toss in drained pasta and mix until coated.
- Finish with parsley, salt, and optional toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use high-quality olive oil and fresh garlic for best results.
- Don’t let the garlic burn — keep heat low and stir frequently.
- Add greens or protein to make it a full meal.