Spaghetti Alla Rughetta

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14

Spaghetti Alla Rughetta - A simple yet delicious Italian pasta dish

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

427

Sugar

Fat

16g

Spaghetti Alla Rughetta is a traditional Italian pasta dish that's simple and quick to prepare. The star ingredient in this dish is rocket, also known as arugula, which gives the dish its distinct peppery flavor. When combined with garlic, chili, and olive oil, the rocket creates a mouthwatering sauce that coats the spaghetti perfectly. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner and is sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

Instructions

1.	Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2.	Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, according to package directions.
3.	Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4.	Add garlic and chili and cook until fragrant, stirring occasionally.
5.	Add rocket and cook until wilted.
6.	Drain spaghetti and add to the skillet with the rocket mixture.
7.	Toss everything together and season with salt and pepper as needed.

PROS

Spaghetti Alla Rughetta is a simple and flavorful pasta dish that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.

It’s a great way to showcase fresh rocket and is a healthy vegetarian option.

CONS

Some people may find the rocket to be too bitter for their taste.

Additionally, this dish doesn’t include any protein, so it may not be filling enough for some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains plenty of green rocket, which is high in vitamins A and C as well as other antioxidants.
Furthermore, the dish is low in saturated fat, making it a nutritious option.

	500 g spaghetti
	60 ml olive oil
	4 garlic cloves
	1 -2 small chili pepper
	100 g rocket