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Lemon Zucchini Pasta

Lemon Zucchini Pasta: Fresh, Creamy, and So Easy to Make

Lemon Zucchini Pasta is a fresh, creamy dish that offers a delightful balance of flavors and is perfect for a quick, gluten-free dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Spaghetti or preferred pasta, consider gluten-free options
For the Zucchini
  • 2 medium Zucchini spiralized
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 large Lemon juiced
For the Seasoning
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper freshly cracked
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 lemon Lemon Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spiralizer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of cooking water before draining.
  2. Sauté the Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Cook the Zucchini: Add spiralized zucchini to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until tender but crisp.
  4. Make the Cream Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, add lemon zest and juice, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Incorporate the Cheese: Stir grated Parmesan into the sauce until melted. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
  6. Combine with Pasta: Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing gently with the sauce and zucchini.
  7. Season and Garnish: Season with salt and pepper, then stir in parsley. Serve warm with additional Parmesan and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, taste and adjust seasoning as necessary throughout the cooking process.

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