Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 tsp

Lemon juice

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

Dried oregano

2 unit

Green Chillies

slit

1 unit

Onion

chopped

1 pinch

Black pepper powder

to taste

2 cup

Spirali pasta

boiled

0.5 cup

Spinach

chopped

1 unit

Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum)

sliced

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Step 1
~4 min

Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a wide pan.

Step 2
~4 min

Add chopped spinach to the pan.

Step 3
~4 min

Saute the spinach until cooked.

Step 4
~4 min

Blend the cooked spinach and lemon juice into a smooth mixture using a mixer grinder.

Step 5
~4 min

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a wide pan.

Step 6
~4 min

Add chopped onions to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Add sliced capsicum to the pan and sauté until both onions and capsicum are cooked.

Step 8
~4 min

Add the spinach mixture to the pan.

Step 9
~4 min

Add dried oregano, black pepper powder, green chillies, and salt to the pan.

Step 10
~4 min

Mix well and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

Add boiled spirali pasta to the pan.

Step 12
~4 min

Mix well and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Step 13
~4 min

Serve hot with garlic bread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The spinach mixture can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with garlic bread.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Pasta is a staple in Italian cuisine and is often served as a main course.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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