Garlic Pasta is made with olive oil, parsley, basil and lots of garlic. You can use any pasta you like for an easy weeknight dinner that comes together in 10 minutes. Simple ingredients make an impressive meal that the whole family will love and make it again in no time.
Seriously, I can’t get enough of easy pasta recipes.
Give me some Chickpea Pasta or Pea Pasta, a plate full of Tuscan Chicken Pasta or Creamy Tomato Pasta, and bowls filled with Lemon Pasta or the Creamy Mushroom Pasta and I will happily munch away.
These are always on my menu and this Garlic Pasta is just exceptionally simple and delicious at the same time.
Reasons to make this Garlic Pasta
Garlic Pasta takes only 10 minutes to make, yet it taste like in an amazing restaurant. Everyone will want the recipe if you try it out.
Buttery flavor is combined with lots of wonderful garlic – in my mind this will never ever get boring. Plus your kitchen will smell delicious.
If you need to feed a larger crowd, you can easily double or triple everything.
What you get here is a really low effort and an affordable recipe to make at home.
What you need for this Garlic Pasta recipe
Wondering what type of pasta to choose? This recipe works with any pasta, but my personal favorites are long ones such as spaghetti, linguini, angel hair, or bucatini.
That we are adding garlic to this is no surprise. It is why this pasta is so delicious. I peel my garlic and cut the cloves into thin slices, because this makes the texture so good and flavorful.
What makes this pasta outstanding is the rich flavor from the non-dairy butter and the intense, savory flavor of olive oil. A combination making the pasta rich and light together, yummy.
Basil and parsley both adds tons of flavors and freshness. Two ingredients that can really take your pasta to the next level. And they look stunning as well.
Finally, a hint of spiciness comes from chili flakes.
How to make Garlic Pasta
Preparation of Garlic Pasta is as I mentioned super easy. You start with cooking your favorite pasta according to the package directions. If you have some leftover pasta, that’s great as well!
While the pasta is cooking, it’s time to prepare the garlic. Peel the cloves, then slice them thinly. Also chop up the basil and parsley.
Next, get a large frying pan and heat butter and olive oil in it. Once it’s hot, add the garlic slices and reduce heat a little bit. Fry the garlic until it just begins to brown, should be around 3 minutes.
Now is the time to give the drained pasta into the pan, together with chili flakes and a pinch of salt and pepper. Combine everything well.
Finally mix with the fresh basil and parsley, and you are ready to serve Garlic Pasta.
Tips and tricks for best results
When you use leftover pasta, it’s ok to use some that you prepared 2 days in advance. With this, this dish is ready in less than 10 minutes.
I can imagine Garlic Pasta will be delicious with a bit of Vegan Parmesan Cheese.
You can use more basil or parsley, but in my gusto the amounts given in the recipe card are spot on.
Should you have leftovers, they are good for 5 days. Delicious cold or warm.
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Enjoy, Florian.
Garlic Pasta
Garlic Pasta is made with olive oil, parsley, basil and lots of garlic. You can use any pasta you like for an easy weeknight dinner that comes together in 10 minutes. Simple ingredients make an impressive meal that the whole family will love and make it again in no time.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 3 Tbs non dairy butter
- 2 Tbs basil, chopped
- 2 Tbs parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- salt, pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start with cooking your choice of pasta according the package directions. If you prefer using leftover pasta: great just set it ready!
- While the pasta is cooking, peel and slice the garlic cloves. Also chop the basil and parsley finely.
- Use a large pan to heat butter and olive oil. Give the garlic slices into it and reduce heat a little. Fry the garlic slices for about 3 minutes or until they begin to brown.
- Now is the time to add the drained pasta to the pan and season them with the chili flakes and a pinch of salt and pepper. Also mix in the basil and parsley.
- Mix well, then serve Garlic Pasta.
Notes
- Leftovers of Garlic Pasta are great for 5 days. Just store in a closed container in the fridge.
- You use leftover pasta that was made up to 2 days in advance.
- Use more basil or parsley acording to your preferences. In my gusto, the amounts given above are spot on.
- You may want to play around a bit with the amount of chili flakes. Use a little less for a milder, more kids-friendly version, or more for a spicy variant if you are brave.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1.5 cupsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 294Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 217mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 4g