Sweet potato carbonara with spinach & mushrooms
Indulge in a creamy Sweet Potato Carbonara with Spinach & Mushrooms – a delicious twist on the classic Italian dish featuring nutrient-rich sweet potatoes, savory bacon, fresh spinach, earthy mushrooms, and a rich Parmesan and egg sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner!
Cook time 35 min
Prep time 12 min
Ingredients:
2 sweet potatos3 eggs
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp white pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
1 strip bacon
1 cup mushrooms
2 garlic cloves
1/2 package spinach
Sweet potato carbonara with spinach & mushrooms is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic Italian carbonara. By substituting traditional pasta with sweet potatoes and incorporating fresh vegetables like spinach and mushrooms, this dish offers a wholesome meal packed with flavors. It’s perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a comforting dish with a healthy twist.
Instructions:
- Peel the sweet potatoes.
- Using a spiralizer, create sweet potato noodles. If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can julienne the sweet potatoes into thin strips.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and white pepper until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the strip of bacon and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and crumble the bacon, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.
- To the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sweet potato noodles to the skillet with the mushrooms and garlic. Toss to combine and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the noodles are tender but still slightly firm (al dente).
- Add the spinach to the skillet. Stir and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Reduce the heat to low. Slowly pour the egg and cheese mixture into the skillet while constantly stirring. This will ensure the eggs coat the noodles and do not scramble.
- Continue to toss and stir until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the sweet potato noodles and vegetables.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon.
- Once everything is well combined and heated through, remove from heat.
- Serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
Tips:
- To make the sweet potatoes easier to spiralize, you can microwave them for 2-3 minutes before using the spiralizer.
- For a vegetarian version, simply omit the bacon and use a bit more olive oil for sautéing the vegetables.
- Make sure to add the egg mixture slowly and off the heat to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
- For added flavor, consider using a mix of different types of mushrooms such as shiitake, cremini, or oyster mushrooms.
- Season to taste with extra salt and pepper, and garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
This sweet potato carbonara with spinach & mushrooms is not only flavorful but also packed with nutrients. The combination of sweet potatoes, fresh spinach, and savory mushrooms provides a unique texture and taste that's sure to satisfy. Enjoy this dish as a hearty main course for lunch or dinner, and delight in its delicious blend of ingredients.
Nutrition per serving
5 ServingsCalories 200kcal
Protein 13g
Carbohydrates 16g
Fiber 2.24g
Sugar 2.77g
Fat 13g
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