Description
A quick and delicious Lemon Butter Garlic Pasta Sauce that transforms simple pasta into a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- Pasta of your choice
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- ¼ cup Heavy cream (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once done, drain it and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat until it becomes slightly golden.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest, mixing everything together.
- If using, add the heavy cream and mix until well combined.
- Season your sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, ensuring it’s well coated. If it seems a little dry, add a splash of the pasta water.
- Serve immediately, garnished with Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or shrimp. Fresh herbs can also enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta, lemon, garlic, butter, quick dinner, vegetarian