Description
Experience a burst of sunshine with this delightful Best Lemon Pasta! This simple yet flavorful dish combines al dente spaghetti, fresh lemons, and aromatic garlic to create a vibrant meal that brightens any occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, each bite delivers a refreshing zing that will leave your guests asking for more. With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 medium organic lemons (juiced and zested)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Fill a large pot with salted water, bring to a boil, and cook spaghetti until al dente according to package instructions.
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Lemon Juice: Stir in lemon juice and zest; add red pepper flakes if desired. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine Pasta: Drain the pasta (reserve some water) and toss it into the skillet with the sauce. Mix well, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Finish with Cheese & Basil: Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese and basil until creamy.
- Serve: Plate immediately while warm, garnishing with additional Parmesan and basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg