Lemon Pasta with Lemon Thyme
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly creamy, this Lemon Pasta with Lemon Thyme is a celebration of citrus-packed flavor and simple elegance. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this dish combines al dente spaghetti with a luscious lemon-butter sauce that’s infused with fresh garlic, lemon zest, and the delicate aroma of lemon thyme. A touch of Parmesan cheese adds a savory richness, while the reserved pasta water ensures the sauce clings beautifully to every strand of spaghetti. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between light and luxurious, making it the ultimate comfort food with a refreshing twist. Serve it as a standalone entrée or pair it with grilled chicken or seafood for a complete gourmet experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spaghetti
- 2 large Lemon
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Lemon thyme leaves
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 cup Pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
Zest and juice both lemons. Set aside the zest and about 1/4 cup of the lemon juice.
Finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and butter until melted and shimmering.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and half of the lemon thyme leaves. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to combine flavors.
Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet, using tongs to coat the pasta with the lemon sauce. Gradually add the reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, garnished with the remaining lemon thyme leaves and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.0 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.4 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2699 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.6 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.2 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 554 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 419 mg | 9% | |
*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.
