Lemon Zucchini Pasta
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5.0
54 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
537 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Lemon Zucchini Pasta
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This lemon zucchini pasta is the perfect summer dish. It's easy to make and incredibly refreshing. It's made with fettuccine, spiralized zucchini, and a light lemon parmesan sauce.
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Ingredients
- 2 large zucchini coarsely grated or spiralized
- 12 oz. fettuccine noodles
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus more for serving
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- kosher salt to taste
- 1/4 cup microgreens for garnish
- 1 lemon halved and grilled - for serving
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Instructions
- It's as simple as this: place a clean dishtowel in a colander or strainer set over a bowl. Add the grated or spiralized zucchini and let it sit until ready to use.
- Cook pasta according to package directions, aiming for al dente. Set aside 3/4 cup of cooking water, drain the pasta, and return it to the pot.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil on medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, until it turns light golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Immediately remove from heat and stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and ground black pepper into the skillet.
- Add pasta, increase heat to medium-high, and cook, tossing until the sauce coats the noodles, adding additional reserved pasta water as needed.
- Get ready for a burst of flavors and colors! Toss the pasta with the grated zucchini. Taste and adjust for salt and pepper.
- Then, divide this vibrant mix among bowls and serve, topped with fresh microgreens, shaved pieces of Parmesan, and additional lemon zest if desired. I also like to add halved grilled lemons to each bowl. Squeeze the lemon and mix it with the pasta before enjoying the dish.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
537kcal
(27%)
Carbohydrates
69g
(23%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
12g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
82mg
(27%)
Sodium
246mg
(10%)
Potassium
545mg
(16%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
369IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
39mg
(43%)
Calcium
166mg
(17%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 537 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 537kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 69g | 23% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 246mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 545mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 369IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 166mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
54 reviews
Excellent
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