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Silky Spinach Spaghetti with Burrata

Silky Spinach Spaghetti with Burrata

5 from 1 vote
This Silky Spinach Spaghetti features tender strands of spaghetti coated in a vibrant green spinach sauce topped with baby arugula, burrata, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh ground pepper.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cloves garlic peeled
  • 454g (1lb) baby spinach
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 454g (1lb) uncooked spaghetti
  • 1 ball burrata
  • ½ cup baby arugula
  • 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsbp fresh ground pepper

Equipment

  • 2 large pots
  • 1 Fine Mesh Strainer
  • 1 large piece of cheesecloth
  • 1 Food processor or blender

Method
 

  1. Fill a large pot with cold water. Add the garlic cloves and place the pot over high heat. 
    4 cloves garlic
  2. When the water comes up to a boil, liberally salt the water and take it off of the heat. Immediately add the spinach and let stand for two minutes or until wilted. Transfer the spinach to an ice bath.
    454g (1lb) baby spinach
  3. Line a fine mesh strainer with cheesecloth and drain the spinach and garlic. Gather the cheesecloth up to form a bundle and squeeze out the excess moisture.
  4. Transfer the spinach to a blender or food processor and add the avocado and salt. Turn the machine on and slowly stream in the cream. Blitz until very smooth. Transfer the purée to a bowl and set aside.
    1 avocado, 1 tsp salt, 1 cup heavy cream
  5. Fill another large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Once boiling, liberally salt the water and add the pasta. Cook according to the package's directions. Drain the pasta and transfer it to a large bowl. Add the spinach puree and toss to coat.
    454g (1lb) uncooked spaghetti
  6. Transfer the pasta to a platter and top it with the burrata. Sprinkle the pasta with arugula, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh ground pepper. Serve immediately.
    1 ball burrata, ½ cup baby arugula, 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes, 1 tsbp fresh ground pepper