Lemon Angel Hair
Light, zesty, and irresistibly creamy, Lemon Angel Hair is the perfect weeknight pasta recipe to brighten up your dinner routine. Featuring delicate angel hair pasta tossed in a luscious sauce of garlic, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of heavy cream, this dish strikes the perfect balance between tangy and velvety flavors. Finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of parsley, this vibrant pasta comes together in just 25 minutes and is ideal for busy nights or elegant entertaining. Whether you’re looking for an easy lemon pasta recipe or a satisfying vegetarian main dish, Lemon Angel Hair delivers bold taste and sophisticated simplicity in every bite.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces angel hair pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 8 cups water
Directions
Step 1
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot and add a generous pinch of salt.
Step 2
Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, typically about 4-5 minutes.
Step 3
Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water and drain the rest. Set the pasta aside.
Step 4
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter melts.
Step 5
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 6
Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice, mixing well with the garlic and oil.
Step 7
Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Simmer for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 8
Add the Parmesan cheese, salt, and cracked black pepper to the skillet. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
Step 9
Toss the cooked angel hair pasta in the skillet with the sauce, ensuring the pasta is well coated.
Step 10
If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water (a tablespoon at a time) until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 11
Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Step 12
Serve immediately and enjoy your Lemon Angel Hair!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2374.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1659.5 |
| Total Fat 88.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 38.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 162mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1948.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 178.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.5g | |
| Protein 45.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 649.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 177.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories