Lemon Pasta with Spinach

By shelliec

Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup equals 184 calories, 4 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 10 mg cholesterol, 249 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Details

Servings 6
Preparation time 25mins
Cooking time 25mins

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in butter until tender. Add the spinach, lemon juice and peel, salt and pepper; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted.
Drain pasta. Add to skillet; toss to coat.