Description
Simple Lemon Pasta is a quick and delightful dish that transforms everyday ingredients into a burst of flavor. With the zesty freshness of lemons paired with al dente pasta, this recipe brings a touch of Italian charm to your table in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or an impromptu dinner party, each bite offers a refreshing taste experience that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 large lemon (about 2 tablespoons juice)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in the lemon zest and juice, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the drained pasta to the pan and toss until well-coated; add reserved pasta water gradually for desired creaminess.
- Remove from heat, mix in Parmesan cheese until creamy, then garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg