How To Make Light Lemon Pesto Pasta Recipe
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1/2 cup prepared pesto
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Stir in the prepared pesto, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss until well coated with the pesto sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve the pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories : 475kcal
- Total Fat : 20g
- Saturated Fat : 3g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 550mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 62g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 13g
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