Lemon Pasta
Lemon Pasta is a bright and refreshing dish made with al dente pasta tossed in a creamy lemon-infused sauce, perfect as a light main course or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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