Lemon Pasta with Sour Cream
Brighten up your dinner table with this creamy and zesty Lemon Pasta with Sour Cream! This quick and easy recipe perfectly balances tangy lemon juice and zest with the richness of sour cream and Parmesan cheese, creating a luscious sauce that clings beautifully to al dente spaghetti. A hint of garlic sautéed in olive oil and butter adds a savory depth, while fresh parsley brings a pop of color and freshness to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is a vibrant and comforting option for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of extra cheese and watch it become an instant favorite in your kitchen! Perfect for lovers of creamy pasta recipes with a citrusy twist, this meal checks all the boxes for flavor and simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 Lemon (zested and juiced)
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is shimmering.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth and set aside.
Reduce the skillet heat to low. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine with the garlic and oil mixture. Gradually stir in the sour cream mixture, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated.
If the sauce is too thick, slowly add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Season the pasta with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Serve the lemon pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.5 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 64 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 868 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.2 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 313 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 79 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.
