Low Carb Creamy Lemon Pasta
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Low Carb Creamy Lemon Pasta, a guilt-free twist on the classic comfort food! This recipe swaps traditional pasta for fresh zucchini noodles, creating a light yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for low-carb enthusiasts. The creamy sauce, infused with zesty lemon juice, fragrant garlic, and rich Parmesan cheese, offers a decadent flavor profile that pairs beautifully with the tender-crisp zucchini noodles. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil, this recipe is bursting with vibrant, refreshing flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick, easy, and elegant meal ideal for busy weeknights or impressing your guests. Whether you’re following a keto diet or simply craving something fresh, this dish guarantees to keep you coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil
Instructions
Begin by preparing the zucchini noodles. Using a spiralizer, create noodles from the zucchini. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
Add the lemon zest and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow to cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet, tossing them gently in the sauce to coat evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the noodles are just tender. Ensure not to overcook to maintain a slight crispness.
Remove from heat and sprinkle fresh basil over the pasta.
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.4 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.9 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 9397 mg | 409% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1808 mg | 38% | |
*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.
