Lemon Garlic Pasta Recipe
A refreshing lemon garlic pasta that combines bright flavors with a simple preparation, making it ideal for any occasion.
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Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
- 200 g spaghetti or linguine
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti or linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Grate the zest of the lemon and add it to the skillet, stirring well.
- Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing it with the garlic and lemon zest.
- Pour in lemon juice, adding reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 3g