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Simple Lemon Garlic Pasta

Effortlessly Delicious: Simple Lemon Garlic Pasta Recipe

This Simple Lemon Garlic Pasta is a quick 30-minute dish that's perfect for weeknights, bursting with flavor and easy to make.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: All Recipes
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fettuccini Can substitute with gluten-free pasta
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can be swapped with margarine for dairy-free
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Opt for light olive oil if desired
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; increase for a bolder flavor
  • 1 medium Shallot Finely minced; can replace with onion
  • 0.25 cups Dry White Wine Use vegetable broth for non-alcoholic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is best
  • 1 each Lemon Zest of 1 lemon adds brightness
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan Cheese Grated; swap with nutritional yeast for dairy-free

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

How to Make Simple Lemon Garlic Pasta
  1. Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a rolling boil. Cook the fettuccini until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine butter and olive oil. Allow the mixture to melt and sizzle.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and shallots, cooking for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the dry white wine, seasoning it with salt and pepper. Let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat and gently fold the drained fettuccini into the skillet, ensuring every noodle is coated in the sauce.
  6. Add the lemon juice, zest, and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, tossing until well combined.
  7. Dish out your Simple Lemon Garlic Pasta immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an added touch, consider topping with chopped basil or parsley. Fresh ingredients matter for the best flavor.

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