Spinach Mushroom Pasta – Quick, Healthy & Creamy
A quick and easy vegetarian pasta made with sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, garlic, and olive oil. Light, wholesome, and full of flavor—ready in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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8 oz pasta of choice (whole wheat or gluten-free)
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12 oz mushrooms, sliced
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4 cups fresh spinach
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3–4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Red pepper flakes (optional)
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¼ cup grated parmesan or nutritional yeast (optional)
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½ lemon, juiced
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½ cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté mushrooms until golden (8–10 minutes).
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Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
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Add cooked pasta to the pan and toss with veggies.
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Pour in pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
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Season with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice.
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Sprinkle with parmesan or nutritional yeast and serve.
Notes
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Make it vegan by omitting cheese or using a plant-based alternative.
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Add chickpeas, tofu, or shrimp for more protein.
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Use kale or arugula instead of spinach if desired.