Lemon Pasta
Lemon pasta is a refreshing and flavorful dish featuring a vibrant, zesty lemon sauce. It's a simple yet sophisticated dish that’s perfect for any occasion, offering a balanced combination of tangy and savory flavors.
Equipment
- Pan
- Pot for boiling pasta
Ingredients
- 200 g Pasta spaghetti or linguine
- 2 Lemon juice and zest
- 2 tbsp Olive oil extra virgin
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped
- optional to taste Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cup Pasta water reserved
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook pasta al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add lemon juice and zest to the pan, then toss the cooked pasta into the sauce.
- Add pasta water a little at a time to emulsify the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to experiment by adding shrimp or chicken to the pasta for added protein, or use plant-based alternatives to make it vegan.