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A close-up of a one-pan pasta recipe with spaghetti, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and basil.

One-Pan Pasta Recipes (Minimal Cleanup)

Discover the magic of one-pan pasta recipes. With just a single skillet, you can toss together ingredients and enjoy a hearty meal in under thirty minutes. This recipe offers a simple and comforting solution for busy evenings, turning your kitchen into a sanctuary of simplicity.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 ounces of pasta per person
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Calories: 367
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces linguine
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes sliced in half
  • 2 ounces baby spinach
  • 1 small onion finely sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic finely sliced
  • 1 handful fresh basil leaves roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups water boiling
Optional Add-ins
  • 2 ounces parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large deep pan
  • Tongs
  • Airtight container

Method
 

  1. In a large deep pan, place the linguine, cherry tomatoes, spinach, sliced onions, garlic, and basil.
  2. Drizzle the olive oil on top and season with crushed red pepper and salt.
  3. Pour the boiling water into the pan and bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Cook for 8-10 minutes on medium heat, stirring occasionally with tongs, until the liquid has nearly evaporated, creating a sauce.
  5. Remove the pan from heat and stir in parmesan cheese and fresh basil, if desired.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 14gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 551mgPotassium: 526mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2095IUVitamin C: 33.7mgCalcium: 217mgIron: 2.1mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last about 4-5 days in the fridge. To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta. For a vegan option, skip the Parmesan cheese or add nutritional yeast or a vegan Parmesan substitute. To make the sauce creamier, add milk instead of some of the water. Feel free to substitute any vegetables you do not like.

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