A colorful plate featuring grilled beef slices atop a bed of vibrant green spinach pasta, garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.

Grilled Beef and Spinach Pasta with Mediterranean Flair

This one-pan dish combines grilled beef and fresh spinach with pasta, embodying Mediterranean flavors that are perfect for a weeknight meal.

One-pan
Prep 20m · Cook 30m · Total 50m
10 ingredients

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- Camera angle: eye-level
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- Lighting style: rim lighting
- Mood / narrative: rustic farmhouse
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Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook the fusilli pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, mix the beef strips with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  4. Grill the marinated beef for about 5-7 minutes until cooked to your desired doneness, then remove from heat and let rest.
  5. In the same pan, add the cherry tomatoes and spinach, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
  6. Combine the cooked pasta, grilled beef, sautéed vegetables, parsley, and lemon juice in the grill pan. Toss well to combine, adding the remaining olive oil as needed.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.