Description
quick and satisfying Garlic Beef Pasta made lighter with lean beef, whole-grain pasta, and a savory garlic sauce. This dish is packed with protein, flavor, and a touch of freshness — perfect for busy weeknights without sacrificing taste! Keywords: Garlic Beef Pasta, Healthy Beef Pasta, Easy Dinner, High Protein Pasta, Quick Weeknight Meal
Ingredients
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- 8 oz whole wheat pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 pound lean ground beef (90/10 or better)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup beef broth or pasta water
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups fresh spinach or arugula
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup pasta water.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Season beef with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce to the pan. Simmer for 2 minutes, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Stir in fresh spinach until just wilted.
- Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Swap spinach with kale, arugula, or even peas for variety.
- Use ground turkey or chicken for an even leaner version.
- Add more garlic if you love a stronger flavor!
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
