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Lemon Spaghetti with Spinach

Zesty Lemon Spaghetti with Spinach: A One-Pot Vegan Dream

This Vegan One-Pot Lemon Spaghetti with Spinach is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for hectic weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 9 oz Spaghetti Feel free to use any pasta type, including gluten-free options.
  • 2.5 cups Vegetable Broth Infuses savory flavor; can swap with water or bean broth.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Canned Coconut Milk Adds a creamy texture; can use light coconut milk or silken tofu.
  • 0.5 lemon Lemon Juice Fresh lemon is recommended for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Enhances the lemony aroma; can omit if desired.
For Flavoring
  • 1 Onion Adds sweetness and depth; can use shallots as a milder alternative.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Provides aromatic warmth; garlic powder can work as a substitute.
  • Salt Season to taste.
  • Pepper Season to taste.
  • Red Pepper Flakes Season to taste.
For the Greens
  • 3 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Spaghetti with Spinach
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle in a couple of tablespoons of oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it turns translucent. Next, stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Carefully pour the uncooked spaghetti into the pot with the sautéed onions and garlic. Then, add the vegetable broth, canned coconut milk, and fresh lemon juice. Gently stir everything together.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the spaghetti from clumping together.
  4. Once the pasta is cooked, fold in the fresh spinach and lemon zest. Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, or until the spinach wilts down.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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