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Easy Lemon Butter Linguine

Easy Lemon Butter Linguine That'll Brighten Your Dinner Table

Easy Lemon Butter Linguine is a fresh, vibrant dish that transforms your weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Linguine A classic choice for its texture.
  • 1 tbsp Salt For seasoning the boiling water.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter Use unsalted for better control.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Zest before juicing.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; can substitute with nutritional yeast.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Basil or parsley; optional.
  • 1 cup Protein Cooked shrimp or grilled chicken.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

How to Make Easy Lemon Butter Linguine
  1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil, adding a pinch of salt.
  2. Add the linguine to the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  3. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until frothy.
  4. Sauté the minced garlic in the melted butter for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine, and let it simmer for a minute.
  6. Drain the linguine (reserve some pasta water) and add it to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat.
  7. Season with black pepper and grated Parmesan cheese, tossing until well combined.
  8. Plate the Easy Lemon Butter Linguine and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy immediately while warm. Consider adding grilled shrimp or chicken for protein.

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