Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
When life’s chaotic and your fridge has commitment issues, this pasta swoops in like the Italian goddess she is. Garlic? Check. Olive oil? Obviously. Chili flakes? Because bland is not an option. You’ll boil, toss, and fake a Roman accent all under 20 minutes. It’s elegant, indulgent, and unapologetically simple—like the little black dress of the pasta world. Bonus: no dairy, no meat, no stress. Just carbs, class, and a little heat. Throw on a silk robe, pour some wine, and pretend you didn’t eat it straight from the pan.
Classic Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
A vegan-friendly, garlic-infused pasta dish made with pantry staples and bold flavor. Classic, minimalist, and basically your weeknight hero.
Ingredients
- 200 g 7 oz spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves thinly sliced
- ½ teaspoon red chili flakes
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper optional
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional but sassy
- Extra olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Boil spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions—no judgment if you break it in half.
- While pasta boils, heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Add sliced garlic and chili flakes. Sauté until golden, not burnt (watch it like it’s your ex’s new girlfriend).
- Drain pasta, reserving ¼ cup of the starchy water.
- Add pasta directly into the pan with the garlic oil. Toss like a boss.
- Add reserved pasta water to loosen things up.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley and a touch of black pepper.
- Serve immediately, with extra oil drizzled if you’re feeling extra.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 430
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
💊 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 12%
- Magnesium: 14%
- Vitamin B6: 8%
- Potassium: 10%
- Vitamin K: 15%
💡 Additional Notes/Tips
- Add lemon zest for brightness if you’re feeling gourmet.
- Swap spaghetti for linguine or whatever shape your soul desires.
- Don’t skimp on good olive oil—it does all the heavy lifting.
- Want protein? Add chickpeas or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast.
- Leftovers? Good luck. You won’t have any. 😏
