Aglio Olio Linguini

Simple, sophisticated, and bursting with flavor, Aglio Olio Linguini is a classic Italian dish that transforms humble pantry ingredients into an elegant pasta masterpiece in just 25 minutes. This recipe highlights the irresistible combination of linguini cooked to al dente perfection, lightly sautéed garlic infused in fragrant extra virgin olive oil, and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes. Finished with fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese for a rich, savory balance, this dish is both comforting and quick, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or impromptu entertaining. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this authentic Aglio Olio Linguini delivers a restaurant-quality meal straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Linguini pasta
• 100 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
• 6 units Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the thinly sliced garlic to the oil and sauté gently until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add the cooked linguini to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Toss the pasta in the skillet to coat it evenly with the garlic and oil mixture.

Step 7

Add the chopped fresh parsley and toss again to combine.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	585 grams (585.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1680

Total Fat 112.30g	144%
Saturated Fat 23.30g	117%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 40mg	13%
Sodium 3134mg	136%
Total Carbohydrate 134.60g	49%
Dietary Fiber 9.10g	33%
Total Sugars 2.70g
Protein 44.20g	88%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 635mg	49%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 428mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.6%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 31.2%