Pasta with wild garlic

2 servings

15 minutes

Pasta with wild garlic is a refined dish of European cuisine that combines the freshness of greens and the rich flavor of Parmesan cheese. Wild garlic, known for its spicy garlic notes, pairs perfectly with pine nuts and sun-dried tomatoes, creating a harmony of flavors. The history of this pasta dates back to spring traditions when wild garlic appears in markets and becomes the main ingredient in seasonal dishes. Its light yet rich taste makes it an excellent choice for a dinner that offers pleasure without heaviness. It is served hot with tender spaghetti soaked in fragrant olive oil, and the finishing touch is a generous portion of Parmesan that adds depth and richness. This dish is not only delicious but also healthy due to the vitamins and microelements found in wild garlic.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 765.4
• Proteins: 15.7g
• Fats: 55.9g
• Carbohydrates: 49.6g

Ingredients

• Spaghetti: 100 g
• Wild garlic: 1 bunch
• Pine nuts: 50 g
• Sun dried tomatoes: 50 g
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 30 g
• Extra virgin olive oil: 4 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Soak the tomatoes in a small amount of boiling water. If they are salty, you can add the water from the tomatoes when cooking spaghetti.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sun dried tomatoes: 50 g

2. Chop the wild garlic – smaller for the stalks, larger for the leaves.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wild garlic: 1 bunch

3. Grate the Parmesan on a fine grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 30 g

4. Fill 2/3 of a two-liter pot with water, cover it with a lid, and place it on maximum heat.

5. Squeeze the tomatoes and cut them into small pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sun dried tomatoes: 50 g

6. Pour the tomato water into boiling water, add salt. Add the spaghetti.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spaghetti: 100 g

7. Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a pan and sauté the pine nuts over medium heat until light brown (about 1 minute).

   Required ingredients:

   • Pine nuts: 50 g

8. Add the ramson and sauté everything together, stirring for 2 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wild garlic: 1 bunch

9. Add tomatoes, slightly reduce the heat, and sauté everything together for another 2 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sun dried tomatoes: 50 g

10. When the spaghetti is al dente, drain most of the water (leave a little at the bottom for moisture), add two tablespoons of olive oil and the prepared sauce.

    Required ingredients:

    • Extra virgin olive oil: 4 tablespoons

11. Place the pasta in plates, season with pepper to taste, and sprinkle with parmesan.

    Required ingredients:

    • Grated Parmesan cheese: 30 g