Low Fat Butter Lemon Spaghetti Kosher Dairy
Brighten up your weeknight dinner table with this zesty and satisfying Low Fat Butter Lemon Spaghetti, a kosher dairy delight that’s both flavorful and guilt-free! This vibrant pasta dish combines al dente spaghetti with a luscious, low-fat butter and lemon sauce, lightly infused with garlic for a touch of warmth. Fresh lemon zest and juice bring a refreshing tang, perfectly balanced by a sprinkle of nutty Parmesan and a touch of ground black pepper. Finished with a flourish of fresh parsley, this quick 25-minute recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Packed with flavor, yet light and wholesome, this easy-to-make vegetarian pasta is a perfect addition to your repertoire of simple, elegant kosher dairy meals. Serve it warm with extra Parmesan on the side for a comforting dish that truly shines!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons unsalted low-fat butter
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 30 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 100 milliliters reserved pasta water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 100 milliliters of pasta water before draining the spaghetti.
Step 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the low-fat butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3
Stir in the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice. Add the reserved pasta water and stir to combine, creating a light sauce.
Step 4
Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Step 5
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the lemon butter sauce.
Step 6
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the spaghetti and gently mix to incorporate into the sauce.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Step 8
Serve the spaghetti warm, optionally with extra Parmesan cheese on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (541.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 773.8 |
| Total Fat 28.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 75mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2883.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 100.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.2g | |
| Protein 30.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 405.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 300.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories