Description
This Creamy Lemon Pasta is a quick and delightful dish that bursts with fresh flavors. The bright zest of lemon paired with a luxurious creamy parmesan sauce creates a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. With just 25 minutes of preparation, you can impress family and friends with this vibrant and comforting pasta dish. It’s easily adaptable, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Enjoy the rich, decadent texture that coats every bite and makes this recipe a standout choice for pasta lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta (rigatoni or penne recommended)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 tablespoon flour
- 1 small clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth / apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice + zest of 1/2 lemon
- 1 cup heavy or whipping cream
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and stir in flour for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add minced garlic, then pour in chicken broth (or vinegar), lemon juice, and zest. Allow to bubble for 1 minute.
- Whisk in heavy cream and cook until thickened to your liking.
- Stir in parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Drain pasta and toss it into the skillet with the sauce until well combined. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 100mg