The enriching benefits of olive oil
If you are craving carbs and want something super simple, naturally vegan, packed with antioxidants and a punch of flavor, try this Aglio e Olio dish! Aglio e olio is a pantry staple that comes together in minutes. It has a base of only olive oil and garlic, but traditionally chili and parsley are included for extra flavor.
The highlight and health benefits of this dish comes from the rich olive oil. Many fad diets recommend staying away from or limiting your olive oil intake, but studies have shown that those following a diet rich with olive oil can lead to higher levels of plasma antioxidant capacity and weight loss. For example, oil is rich in healthy polyunsaturated and monosaturated fats which contain omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Olive oil should be our bestie in the kitchen and the next time you're needing a quick dinner fix, use this go to recipe loaded with health benefits that's simply delicious!
Ingredients
5 cloves of garlic
1 lb. pasta
1/2 cup of olive oil
1 tbsp Calabria chili (to taste)
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 tsp of salt (to taste)
Preparation
1. Finely chop garlic and parsley.
2. Add olive oil to pan and heat before adding garlic. Once garlic is beginning to brown around the edges add parsley and chili paste.
3. Bring salted water to a boil and add pasta. Take out once al dente. Then add 1-2 cups of pasta water to the sauce.
4. Heat to simmer then add pasta noodles and mix.
5. Top with parsley and optional nutritional yeast or parmesan.