Aglio Olio Spaghetti

Savor the simplicity of Italian cuisine with this classic Aglio Olio Spaghetti recipe—an irresistible combination of garlic-infused olive oil, al dente spaghetti, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for a quick yet satisfying weeknight dinner or an elegant meal for entertaining. Fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese add an aromatic and creamy finish, while the option to customize spice levels makes it a crowd-pleaser. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, this recipe highlights the art of bringing humble pantry staples to life. Serve it with extra Parmesan and red pepper flakes for a customizable dining experience everyone will love! Perfect for pasta lovers searching for "easy spaghetti recipes," "Aglio Olio pasta," or "quick Italian dinners."

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Spaghetti
• 80 ml Extra virgin olive oil
• 6 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 10 grams Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves. Chop the fresh parsley finely and grate the Parmesan cheese.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the sliced garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring often, for about 2 minutes or until the garlic is golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Add the red pepper flakes to the skillet, and stir for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 6

Reserve about 120 ml (1/2 cup) of pasta water and then drain the spaghetti.

Step 7

Add the drained spaghetti directly to the skillet with the garlic and oil mixture. Toss the spaghetti with the garlic oil, adding pasta water a little at a time until the pasta is well-coated and the ingredients are well combined.

Step 8

Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat, then add the chopped parsley and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Toss gently to combine.

Step 10

Serve the Aglio Olio Spaghetti immediately, topped with the remaining Parmesan cheese. Offer additional red pepper flakes on the side for those who like extra heat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	567.4 grams (567.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1510

Total Fat 93.30g	120%
Saturated Fat 20.60g	103%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 2694mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 133.90g	49%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 4.10g
Protein 41.30g	83%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 543mg	42%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 396mg	8%

*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: 54.5%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 34.8%