Dinner · Italian-inspired

Spinach and Pea Pasta with Tomato and Basil

An easy tomato and basil pasta with spinach and pea; ideal for busy evenings.

Prep12 min
Cook20 min
Total32 min
Serves4

Ingredients

Serves4

Metric and US measurements are approximate conversions; ingredient densities vary. Double-check temperatures and cooking times when changing portions.

Method

1

Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 150 ml cooking water, then drain.

2

Heat olive oil in a large pan; add garlic and cook gently for 30 seconds.

3

Heat the peas for 3 minutes and fold in spinach until wilted.

4

Add chopped tomatoes, tomato purée and oregano; simmer for 10 minutes. Finish with basil.

5

Toss pasta with the sauce, adding reserved cooking water little by little to loosen. Taste, season and serve.

Food safety: ensure poultry is fully cooked, handle raw meat separately, and check packaging for allergens. Times are estimates and ovens vary.