Description
Elevate your dining experience with this quick and delicious Spaghetti Goat Cheese Mint Peas recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish combines creamy goat cheese, sweet peas, and fresh mint for an explosion of flavor. Each forkful brings a burst of vibrant colors and delightful aromas that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 oz soft goat cheese
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add frozen peas to the skillet, cooking until heated through (about 3 minutes).
- Crumble the goat cheese into the skillet, stirring until it melts into a creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss in the cooked spaghetti, ensuring every strand is coated in the sauce.
- Just before serving, stir in the chopped fresh mint for a fragrant finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute goat cheese with feta or ricotta for different flavor profiles. For added protein, consider incorporating grilled chicken or shrimp. A sprinkle of red chili flakes can add a nice kick.