Description
Indulge in a burst of flavors with Zesty Lemon Garlic Pasta, ready in just 15 minutes! This vibrant dish combines spaghetti with a refreshing lemon-garlic sauce, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights or last-minute dinner gatherings. With a delightful aroma and a creamy finish from parmesan cheese, this pasta is sure to impress your family and friends, leaving everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Sauté Garlic: While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Add Lemon Juice: Squeeze in fresh lemon juice into the skillet with garlic, stirring to combine.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Drain the cooked spaghetti, reserving some pasta water. Add it to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce, adding reserved water as needed.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings: Stir in parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg