Yellow Spaghetti
Brighten up your dinner table with Yellow Spaghetti, a vibrant and creamy pasta dish that combines the sweetness of yellow bell peppers with the earthy richness of turmeric powder and zesty hints of lemon. This quick and easy recipe features tender spaghetti coated in a luxurious sauce made from puréed yellow bell peppers, garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. The turmeric adds a gorgeous golden hue and a subtle warmth, while a touch of fresh parsley on top brings a fragrant, herby finish. Perfect for busy weeknights at just 30 minutes from start to finish, this crowd-pleasing dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Try this irresistible and nutrient-packed twist on classic pasta for a unique, flavorful meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until it is al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the spaghetti and setting it aside.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. Dice the yellow bell pepper and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced yellow bell pepper and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, turmeric powder, and a pinch of salt. Simmer the mixture gently for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Using a blender or an immersion blender, carefully puree the sauce until smooth and creamy. Return it to the skillet if necessary.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat it fully in the yellow sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in some of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
Stir in the parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish the finished Yellow Spaghetti with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
465 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 599 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 139 mg | 3% | |
*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.
