Low Fat Aglio Olio Linguini
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Low Fat Aglio Olio Linguini, a lighter twist on the classic Italian favorite! Featuring tender linguini tossed in fragrant garlic-infused extra virgin olive oil, this recipe keeps it low-fat while delivering bold flavor. A hint of crushed red pepper adds a subtle kick, balanced beautifully with the freshness of chopped parsley and a vibrant splash of lemon juice. Perfectly finished with grated Parmesan cheese, this dish is simple, satisfying, and ready in just 25 minutes. Whether you're seeking a quick weeknight dinner, a healthy pasta option, or a dish to impress with minimal effort, this recipe has everything to become a kitchen staple. Packed with fresh ingredients, this healthy pasta recipe is designed to delight your taste buds and nourish your body!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams linguini
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguini and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the linguini.
While the pasta is cooking, finely slice the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until it begins to turn golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
Add the crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Add the cooked linguini to the skillet, along with 1/4 cup of reserved pasta water, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the garlic oil.
Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice, tossing once more. If the pasta seems dry, add more reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.8 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2564 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 21.1 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 507 mg | 11% | |
*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.
