0 from 132 votes
Lemon Water Spaghetti (A unique pasta al limone recipe)
This divine lemon water spaghetti is based on a recipe by Neapolitan Michelin star chef Peppe Guida. It uses a unique approach to cook the pasta, helping make a silky lemon pasta sauce using very simple ingredients. It's very refreshing and the perfect summer dish.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 900 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 8 ¾ oz Spaghetti or linguine
- 3 lemons (plus one small flat teaspoon lemon zest) preferable organic and unwaxed
- 3 ½ oz provolone del Monaco or other types of provolone dolce or Parmigiano Reggiano
- 1 handful fresh basil leaves
- 2 ¼ cups water
- 3-4 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- lemon leaves optional
Instructions
- Wash 3 lemons, cut them into quarters, and remove the pulp. Place the lemon peels in a bowl with 500ml (about 1 pint) of hot water heated to about 75/80°C. Cover and leave to infuse overnight.
- Strain the lemon-infused water into a small pot and bring to a boil.
- In a deep sauté pan over medium heat, add a large ladleful of lemon-infused water, 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti to the pan, stirring continuously. Gradually add more lemon-infused water as needed to cook the pasta and prevent it from drying out. Keep the heat at medium and stir frequently to ensure even cooking until the pasta is al dente.
- Once the pasta is cooked, remove from heat. Stir in a teaspoon of lemon zest from another lemon), grated cheese, and 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Add the chopped basil and stir again.
- Serve immediately with a little more basil, ground black pepper and grated provolone or Parmigiano Reggiano.
Cup of Yum
Notes
- If you want to use lemon leaves. Wash and dry the lemon leaves. Cook in the microwave at maximum temperature until they are dry. (about 2 minutes). Blend and sieve through a tight sieve. Put aside. Sprinkle your ready dish with the dried lemon leaves before serving.
Nutrition Information
Calories
900kcal
(45%)
Carbohydrates
113g
(38%)
Protein
36g
(72%)
Fat
36g
(55%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
19g
Cholesterol
34mg
(11%)
Sodium
1063mg
(44%)
Potassium
589mg
(17%)
Fiber
9g
(36%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
485IU
(10%)
Vitamin C
100mg
(111%)
Calcium
819mg
(82%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 900
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 900kcal | 45% |
| Carbohydrates | 113g | 38% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 1063mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 589mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 485IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 100mg | 111% |
| Calcium | 819mg | 82% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.