Spinach, Tomato and Lemon Linguine Under 30 Minutes

Feed yourself and the family a healthy pasta meal in just under 30 minutes. This spinach, tomato and lemon linguine is packed with flavours and is easy to make.

Yield: Serves 4
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Difficulty Level: 3/5

Ingredients

• 1 litre (4 cups) water
• 500 g linguine pasta
• 400 g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tsps finely grated lemon rind
• 1⁄2 cup (125 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp sea salt flakes
• 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil, extra
• 100 g baby spinach leaves
• 1 cup (80 g) coarsely grated parmesan

Steps

01. Bring the water to the boil in a deep, large frying pan over high heat. Add the pasta, tomato, rind, oil and salt. Cover with lid; return to the boil.
01. As soon as it comes to the boil, uncover and cook over high heat for 8 mins, turning the pasta regularly with a pair of tongs to stop pasta from sticking to base of the frying pan.

02. Meanwhile, combine capers, olives and extra oil in a small bowl.

03. Remove pan from the heat. Add spinach and half the parmesan; toss gently with tongs. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

04. Top with the caper mixture and remaining parmesan. Serve immediately.

Photo: Bauersyndication.com.au