Lemon Garlic Pasta
This delightful lemon garlic pasta combines fresh lemon zest, aromatic garlic, and parmesan into a dish that's both simple and delicious.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti use your favorite brand
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pc lemon zested and juiced
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 0.25 tsp salt or to taste
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the spaghetti 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 until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Add grated parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well combined and the cheese has melted.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.