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Linguine al Limone Pasta Recipe

Linguine al Limone Pasta

SERVES 6 to 8

This is a bright, simple, and elegant pasta which can be enjoyed on its own or paired with seared fish or chicken.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons grated lemon zest (from 2 to 4 lemons)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper, plus more for topping
  • 1 pound linguine
  • OPTIONAL:
  • Grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

  1. In a large, deep sauté pan over medium heat, stir butter with lemon zest, juice, salt, and pepper until butter melts. Remove from heat.
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Remove 1/2 cup cooking water and reserve.
  3. Drain pasta and add to lemon-butter in sauté pan. Return to medium heat and toss for a few seconds, adding reserved water as needed. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
  4. Serve immediately topped with remaining lemon zest and, if desired, grated parmesan.

Nutrition:

Amount Per Serving (Based on 8 Servings)
Calories: 320
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Total Fat: 13 g
Cholesterol: 30 mg
Sodium: 250 mg
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 0 g
Added Sugars: 0 g
Total Sugar: 2 g
Protein: 7 g
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Ratings and Reviews

“This is a fabulous recipe with leftover salmon or shrimp or by itself. i make it often.”
“This meal is a family favorite, any celebration this dish is there. always accompanied with sautéed shrimp. as a 7th grader who loves nothing more than to cook in the kitchen, this meal cannot be beat for it's simplicity and fabulous result. ”
“Simplicity at it's best. throw in some sautéed shrimp, shallots or mussels and you are in business. ”

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