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Perfect Lemon Parmesan Spaghetti

This flavorful Lemon Parmesan Spaghetti is an ultimate go-to dish on a hot summer day! An aromatic combination of garlic, lemon, spices, and pasta! All what is loved and more!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time16 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: easy recipe, Lemon Parmesan Spaghetti, spaghetti, summer dish
Servings: 6 people
Author: Lama

Ingredients

  • 8 oz angel hair noodles
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 gloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup red onion cubed
  • ½ tbsp lemon zest
  • ½ cup lemon juice
  • ½ cup pasta water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt
  • pepper
  • ¼ cup cilantro
  • crushed red pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the angel hair pasta according to the instructions. Save half a cup of pasta water for later usage.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and 1/2 cup of cubed red or white onion. Sauté for a few minutes.
  • Add 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest, 1/2 lemon juice, ½ cup of pasta water, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup of grated parmesan cheese, and salt and pepper. Make sure you keep stirring until the cream slightly thickens. 
  • Add in the drained angel hair pasta, and mix into the sauce until everything gets coated.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro, or enjoy with crushed red pepper.

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Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 309mg | Potassium: 203mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 778IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 191mg | Iron: 1mg