Spicy Spring Greens Pasta with Chili Flakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the spring greens into bite-sized pieces.

3. 3

   Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the red chili pepper.

4. 4

   In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

5. 5

   Add the minced garlic and chopped red chili pepper to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

6. 6

   Add the chopped spring greens to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until wilted.

7. 7

   Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to combine with the greens and garlic-chili mixture.

8. 8

   Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the pasta and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Sprinkle the red chili flakes over the pasta and toss again to evenly distribute.

10. 10

    Serve the Spicy Spring Greens Pasta hot, garnished with additional chili flakes if desired.