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Lemon Pasta Sauce

A bright and zesty lemon sauce perfect for pasta dishes, combining fresh lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil for a refreshing flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish, sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup Olive Oil Extra virgin for best flavor
  • 2 large Lemons Juiced and zested
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated, optional for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and zest.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. If desired, stir in grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Combine with Pasta
  1. Cook your choice of pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Drain the pasta and reserve some pasta water.
  3. Toss the pasta with the lemon sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
  4. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 24gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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