Linguine with Butter Lemon and Garlic
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly creamy, this Linguine with Butter, Lemon, and Garlic is the perfect one-pan pasta dish for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Featuring tender linguine coated in a luscious sauce made with golden melted butter, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic garlic, this recipe brings refreshing citrus flavors to the forefront. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and a generous dusting of grated Parmesan cheese add a herby and savory finish, while a touch of reserved pasta water creates the ideal silky texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy pasta recipe is a delicious blend of simplicity and sophistication. Perfectly paired with a crisp glass of white wine or a crunchy green salad, it’s a must-try for lovers of easy lemon garlic pasta dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 units garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta is cooking, finely mince the garlic cloves and chop the fresh parsley. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing until combined.
Add the drained linguine to the skillet, along with 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss the pasta gently to coat in the sauce.
Gradually add more pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, if the sauce appears too thick. Adjust to your desired consistency.
Stir in the chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to incorporate all flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley or lemon zest, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1808 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.2 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.0 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 4340 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.1 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 54.0 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 573 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 728 mg | 16% | |
*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.
