Creamy Kale and Garlic Pasta with Lemon
This creamy kale and garlic pasta with lemon is a vibrant, flavor-packed green pasta recipe. Made with fresh kale, garlic, parmesan, olive oil, and a hint of lemon, this dish is quick, wholesome, and perfect for busy weeknights. The silky sauce coats every strand of pasta, offering a rich yet fresh taste that satisfies both veggie lovers and pasta enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 200 g pasta
- 300 g kale stalks removed
- 1 clove garlic large
- 100 g parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 100 ml olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Boil a saucepan of salted water and add the kale and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove and reserve the water.
- Add the pasta to the same boiling water and cook according to package instructions.
- Place the cooked kale, garlic, a little pasta cooking water, and parmesan in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add olive oil and lemon juice to the blender and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy kale sauce. Add extra parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality olive oil for best flavor.
- Reserve pasta cooking water to adjust sauce consistency as needed.