Parmesan Lemon Pasta
A delightful and creamy Parmesan Lemon Pasta that balances richness with bright citrus notes, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 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 for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the pasta by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions for ‘al dente’.
- Sauté the garlic in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Create the cream sauce by pouring in the heavy cream and simmering. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts.
- Add lemon zest and juice, then season with salt and pepper.
- Drain the pasta, reserving some pasta water. Combine the pasta with the cream sauce.
- Serve the pasta garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp. You can also include spinach or cherry tomatoes for a veggie boost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy, lemon, Italian, quick dinner, vegetarian
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