Low Fat Classic Butter Pasta
Discover the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist in our **Low Fat Classic Butter Pasta** recipe, a guilt-free take on the beloved buttery pasta dish. Made with whole wheat spaghetti for added fiber, this quick and easy recipe combines the rich flavors of light butter, aromatic garlic, and a zesty splash of lemon juice for a perfectly balanced sauce. Nutty Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley elevate the dish, while a touch of black pepper and optional red pepper flakes add depth and spice. Ready in just 30 minutes, this lightened-up pasta is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve it warm, topped with extra Parmesan for an irresistible meal that’s low fat, full-flavored, and utterly satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Whole wheat spaghetti
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Light butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt and the whole wheat spaghetti. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water and then drain the pasta.
While the pasta is cooking, melt the light butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic butter, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
Pour in the reserved pasta water a little at a time, stirring until the pasta is moist and the sauce is silky.
Add the lemon juice, grated Parmesan, parsley, remaining salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together well over low heat until the ingredients are well combined and the cheese has melted into the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. If you like a bit of heat, add the optional red pepper flakes.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.4 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 1542 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 479 mg | 10% | |
*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.
