Parmesan Lemon Pasta
A quick and delicious pasta dish with a creamy sauce, bursting with lemon flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest. Bring to a gentle simmer, allowing those flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth to create a luxurious sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors to your preference.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated, letting that creamy goodness envelop every strand.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
Pair with a fresh arugula salad or roasted vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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