Pasta al Limón

Pasta al Limón is a refreshing vegan Spanish dish that combines the bright flavors of lemon with al dente pasta, creating a light yet satisfying meal. This delightful recipe is perfect for warm evenings and showcases the simplicity of plant-based cooking.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 60 ml (about 1 large lemon)
• Lemon zest - 1 tablespoon
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved

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 is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
4. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and add it to the skillet with the garlic and tomatoes.
5. Pour in the lemon juice and zest, and toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
6. Stir in the nutritional yeast, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamin C from lemons, supporting immune health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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