Lemon Garlic Pasta
Lemon Garlic Pasta is a zesty and aromatic dish that combines fresh lemon and garlic for a delightful taste experience. Perfect for quick dinners or special occasions!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook spaghetti until al dente, following package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant and golden (about 1-2 minutes).
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Drain the spaghetti, reserving some cooking water. Add pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Mix in chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
Notes
- For a vegan option, replace butter with olive oil and use nutritional yeast instead of cheese.
- Feel free to add sautéed vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg