Classic Lemon Garlic Pasta

Servings

2

Prep time

10 minutes

Cook time

15 minutes

Ingredients

• 200 g spaghetti or linguine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
  -3 cloves garlic, finely minced
• Zest of1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

• Large pot for boiling pasta
• Large skillet
• Grater zest- Whisk or tongs

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of water a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water then drain.
2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and white wine (if using). Sim for 1–2 minutes to reduce slightly.
4. Lower heat and in and Parmesan cheese until melted and glossy.
5. the pasta to the. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired sauce consistency.
   . with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir in chopped parsley.
6. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top, if desired.

Variations

• For a vegetarian boost, add a handful of arugula just before serving.
• Swap Parmesan for nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option### Tips
  Use fresh lemon juice for brightest.
• Don’t overcook the; it should fragrant, not browned.
  The pasta water helps emulsify the sauce and cling to the.

Nutritionapproximate per serving)

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbohydrates: 68 g
• Fat: 20 g
• Fiber:3

{

}