Pasta al Limone e Alga

Pasta al Limone e Alga is a refreshing and zesty vegan dish that combines the bright flavors of lemon with the umami richness of seaweed, delivering a taste of the ocean without the seafood. This delightful pasta is perfect for a light meal that transports you straight to the Italian coastline.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 160 grams
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Dried seaweed (nori or dulse) - 10 grams, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Stir in the chopped seaweed and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing it to soften.
4. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, along with the lemon juice, lemon zest, and nutritional yeast. Toss well to combine, adding reserved pasta water gradually to create a light sauce.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until everything is heated through.
6. Remove from heat, plate the pasta, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from seaweed, promoting heart health.
• High in vitamin C and antioxidants from lemon, supporting immune function.

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