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Zesty Green Olive Capellini

Zesty Green Olive Capellini: Quick Flavor Explosion at Home

Experience a burst of flavors with Zesty Green Olive Capellini, a quick and vibrant dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Capellini Cook until al dente
  • 1 tbsp Salt For pasta water
For the Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality for richer taste
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Green Olives Halved and chopped
  • 1/2 cup White Wine Can substitute with vegetable broth
  • 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Chili Flakes Adjust to spice preference
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best
  • 2 tbsp Butter Use extra olive oil for vegan option
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano Grated
  • 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Plain or seasoned

Equipment

  • sauté pan
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a sauté pan over medium heat, add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until it turns golden and fragrant—about 1-2 minutes. Stir in the panko breadcrumbs, toasting for another 2-3 minutes. Once toasted, add a splash of lemon juice to coat the breadcrumbs, then set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a roaring boil and generously salt it. Add the capellini, cooking for 3-4 minutes until tender yet al dente. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of the starchy pasta water. Drain the capellini and return it to the pot.
  3. Using the same sauté pan, heat an additional drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the green olives, white wine, and crushed red chili flakes, simmering for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the drained capellini into the olive sauce, tossing to combine. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and add the butter, stirring for 2-3 minutes over low heat until the butter melts.
  5. Sprinkle the grated Parmigiano Reggiano over the capellini, mixing until melted. Adjust sauce thickness with reserved pasta water if needed. Plate the capellini, topping with the crispy panko mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a side salad or Blueberry Cheesecake Bars for dessert. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Freeze for longer storage.

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