Lemon Garlic Pasta
A simple yet satisfying dish that combines the tangy flavors of lemon with the richness of garlic, perfect for cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- Spaghetti or fettuccine
- 4–6 cloves fresh garlic
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden and fragrant.
- Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest into the pan, stirring to combine.
- Drain the pasta and toss it into the pan with the lemon-garlic sauce, mixing everything together.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes or seasonal vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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