Herbed Angel Hair Pasta for 2
Delight in the simplicity and elegance of Herbed Angel Hair Pasta for Two, a quick and flavorful recipe perfect for an intimate meal. Featuring tender angel hair pasta coated in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, this dish is elevated by a medley of fresh herbs—basil, parsley, and thyme—adding layers of herby goodness to every bite. A hint of lemon zest provides a bright, citrusy finish, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese melts into creamy perfection. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy, romantic dinner at home. Serve with a crisp side salad or crusty bread for a complete and irresistible meal for two.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Angel Hair Pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Basil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black Pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Lemon Zest
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Add the angel hair pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-4 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
While the pasta cooks, finely mince the garlic, chop the basil and parsley, and strip the thyme leaves from their stems.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Drain the cooked pasta, reserving about 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
Transfer the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic. Toss to coat the pasta in the olive oil and garlic.
Add the chopped herbs (basil, parsley, and thyme), grated Parmesan cheese, reserved pasta water, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the lemon zest over the pasta for a bright, citrusy finish. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Divide the pasta evenly between two plates and serve immediately, optionally garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 596 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 72 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
