Ingredients
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- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 large organic lemons (zest and juice)
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook spaghetti until al dente (8-10 minutes). Stir occasionally.
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Prepare Lemon: Zest and juice lemons, ensuring no seeds remain.
- Combine Sauce: Add lemon juice and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Simmer gently for 1-2 minutes while stirring.
- Toss Pasta: Drain spaghetti, reserving some pasta water. Add spaghetti to the skillet with lemon sauce and zest. Toss until well combined.
- Finish Dish: Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Garnish with basil, salt, and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg