Description
Indulge in a delightful Spaghetti Goat Cheese Mint Peas dish that harmonizes creamy goat cheese, fresh mint, and vibrant peas for a comforting yet sophisticated meal. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or casual gatherings, ensuring every bite is a burst of flavor and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz creamy goat cheese
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 cup peeled green peas (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add peas and cook until bright green and tender.
- Lower the heat, crumble goat cheese into the pan with peas, and stir until slightly melted. Add chopped mint leaves.
- Combine the cooked spaghetti with the pea mixture, using reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg