Linguine with Green Beans and Goat Cheese
Brighten your dinner table with this creamy and zesty Linguine with Green Beans and Goat Cheese, a recipe that's as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Al dente linguine is paired with tender-crisp green beans, sautéed garlic, and a touch of fresh lemon juice and zest for a vibrant burst of flavor. Soft, crumbled goat cheese melts into the dish to create a luscious, tangy sauce that perfectly coats each strand of pasta. This quick, 30-minute meal is finished with a sprinkle of chopped fresh basil for a fragrant touch, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve up this satisfying vegetarian pasta dish that’s rich in fresh, wholesome ingredients and sure to impress! Keywords: linguine recipe, goat cheese pasta, green beans, vegetarian pasta, quick dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine
- 8 oz green beans
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 4 oz goat cheese (soft, crumbled)
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, and set the drained pasta aside.
While the pasta is cooking, trim the ends of the green beans and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
In the same pot of boiling water, blanch the green beans for about 4-5 minutes, or until they're tender but still slightly crisp. Remove them with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly golden.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and stir to coat them in the garlic-infused oil. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, along with the lemon zest, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together to combine.
Crumble the goat cheese over the skillet and continue to toss until the cheese melts and creates a creamy sauce. Add more reserved pasta water, a little at a time, if the sauce is too thick.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and black pepper, if needed.
Divide the pasta among serving plates and garnish with chopped fresh basil, if using. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 3185 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.7 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 838 mg | 18% | |
*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.
