Lemon Spaghetti with Toasted Garlic Breadcrumbs

Name: Lemon Spaghetti with Toasted Garlic Breadcrumbs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 6 serving
Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil; 1 1/2 cups finely torn ciabatta bread; 2 cloves garlic; kosher salt; 1 pound Spaghetti; 1/2 cup olive oil; Zest of 1 lemon; 1/2 cup lemon juice; 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons butter; crushed red pepper flakes; Kosher salt and black pepper; Fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
18 mins
Servings
6
Calories
424 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Italian

Lemon Spaghetti with Toasted Garlic Breadcrumbs

Iris Warren

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This is the perfect pasta dish and only takes 20 minutes to make! The lemon sauce is light, refreshing, and so delicious! Top the spaghetti with garlic toasted breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil for a simple, but gourmet meal!

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Ingredients

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For the toasted breadcrumbs:

1/3 cup olive oil
1 1/2 cups finely torn ciabatta bread
2 cloves garlic, minced
kosher salt

For the spaghetti:

1 pound Spaghetti
1/2 cup olive oil
Zest of 1 lemon
1/2 cup lemon juice
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese, for serving

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Instructions

To make the breadcrumbs: in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bread and cook, stirring occasionally, until bread is golden brown and toasted. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Season with salt, to taste. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of the starchy pasta water and drain the pasta. Pour the pasta back into the pot.
While the pasta is cooking, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
Pour the lemon sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Add the butter and toss until well combined, the butter will melt over the warm pasta. Add 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water and toss again. If you think the pasta needs a little more liquid, you can add a little more of the water.
Season with crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, to taste. Divide the pasta among bowls and garnish with fresh basil, extra Parmesan cheese, and the toasted breadcrumbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftover spaghetti in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Store leftover breadcrumbs in an airtight container on the counter for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 424kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 63g (21%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 24g Cholesterol 21mg (7%) Sodium 289mg (12%) Potassium 218mg (6%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 226IU (5%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 131mg (13%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 424 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	424kcal	21%
Carbohydrates	63g	21%
Protein	12g	24%
Fat	16g	25%
Saturated Fat	6g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat	4g	24%
Monounsaturated Fat	24g	120%
Cholesterol	21mg	7%
Sodium	289mg	12%
Potassium	218mg	5%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	226IU	5%
Vitamin C	8mg	9%
Calcium	131mg	13%
Iron	1mg	6%