Description
A delightful and easy-to-make pasta dish featuring the earthy flavors of cabbage, crunchy walnuts, and zesty Parmesan cheese, all tossed in a light lemony sauce. This Cabbage Walnut Pasta is a satisfying vegetarian meal that is perfect for a simple weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 8 oz pasta (such as linguine or spaghetti)
Cabbage Mixture:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small head green cabbage (core removed and thinly sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Additional:
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (toasted)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Extra Parmesan and chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package directions, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Cabbage: In a skillet, heat olive oil, add cabbage, and cook until soft and beginning to brown. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; cook for another couple of minutes.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, along with walnuts, Parmesan, lemon juice, and a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss to combine.
- Finish and Serve: Adjust seasoning, garnish with Parmesan and parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- To make it vegan, omit the Parmesan or use a dairy-free alternative.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine or a simple green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
