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Easy Pasta in Lemon Sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A simple and flavorful pasta dish featuring a bright lemon sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 1 pound Pasta (cooked according to package directions)

Sauce Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup Olive Oil (divided)
  • 0.5 cup Broth (any flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic (about one clove)
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Herbs (basil and/or oregano)
  • Seasonings (as desired (Salt, Pepper, Italian Seasonings))
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (optional)

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta, drain, and toss with 1/4 cup olive oil. Reserve pasta water. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Combine remaining olive oil, broth, lemon juice, garlic, and seasonings in a saucepan. Heat for 10 minutes, adding liquid to thin if needed.
  • Toss pasta with sauce gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  • Top with herbs and cheese and serve.

Notes

Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your preference. For a richer sauce, use heavy cream instead of broth.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pasta

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Sodium: 300mg