Spaghetti with Collard Greens and Lemon

Name: Spaghetti with Collard Greens and Lemon
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, sliced; 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 bunch collard greens (12 ounces), ribs removed, thinly sliced; 0.25 cup pine nuts, toasted; Grated zest of 1 lemon, plus more for garnish; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; Coarse salt; 12 ounces farro spaghetti; 0.25 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano

By

Martha Stewart Editors

Updated on January 15, 2019

Prep Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Servings:

4

This quick pasta starts and ends in the skillet. A handful of fresh zest coats the noodles and lends brightness to the collards.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, sliced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bunch collard greens (12 ounces), ribs removed, thinly sliced
¼ cup pine nuts, toasted
Grated zest of 1 lemon, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Coarse salt
12 ounces farro spaghetti
¼ cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook garlic and pepper flakes until tender, about 1 minute. Add greens and cook, stirring until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in pine nuts and lemon zest and juice. Season with salt.
Meanwhile, cook pasta in well-salted water according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and then drain.
Add pasta to skillet, tossing to coat, and add reserved water to adjust consistency. Sprinkle with lemon zest and cheese before serving.

Johnny Miller

Cook's Notes

Grain Check
These noodles are made from farro, an Italian whole grain that's gained a following for its complex, nutty flavor and high protein content.