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Easy Kale Carbonara Recipe

Easy Kale Carbonara Recipe

A delicious and creamy kale carbonara that's quick to prepare and perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz Spaghetti
  • 4 cups Kale chopped, stems removed
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 4 oz Pancetta diced
  • 1 tsp Black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp Salt for pasta water

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.
  • While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook pancetta until crispy, about 5 minutes.
  • Add chopped kale to the skillet and sauté until wilted, about 3 minutes.
  • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper until combined.
  • Drain the spaghetti, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Immediately toss hot pasta with egg mixture, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a creamy sauce.
  • Mix in cooked pancetta and kale. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

This carbonara recipe adds a healthy twist with kale, making it perfect for a nutritious comfort meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg