Pasta con Limone e Aglio

Pasta con Limone e Aglio is a bright and zesty dish that combines the heat of garlic with the refreshing tang of lemon, all without dairy. This delightful Italian supper is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 200 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, thinly sliced
• Extra virgin olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Lemon - 1 large, zested and juiced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté until golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
4. Stir in the red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.
6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic and oil, tossing to combine.
7. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and toss in the chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from garlic and lemon.
• Provides healthy fats from olive oil.

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