Description
Lemon Zucchini Pasta is a refreshing and light dish that brings together the bright flavors of lemon and tender zucchini, making it an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners or gatherings. In just 20 minutes, you can create a delightful meal that bursts with freshness and is both satisfying and nutritious. This recipe is versatile enough to serve as a main course or side dish, perfectly pairing with grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz. pasta (cooked in salted water)
- 3 tbsp butter (divided)
- 2 zucchini (diced small)
- 1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 1/3 cup pine nuts (optional, toasted)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. If using pine nuts, toast them in a skillet on medium-low heat until golden.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter, then add diced zucchini and salt. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the remaining butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, zest, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Cook for another minute.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined. Top with parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg