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Spaghetti Limone

Spaghetti Limone is a buttery, lemony pasta dish drizzled with olive oil and topped with plenty of parmesan cheese that is on the table in just a few minutes!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 259 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces spaghetti noodles
  • 1 lemon, juiced (approximately 3 tablespoons)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • olive oil, for drizzling
  • ¼ cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 lemon, quartered for squeezing over finished dish

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot filled with salted water to a boil.
  2. Add noodles and cook until al dente, according to package directions.
  3. Drain noodles and reserve ¼ cup of pasta water. Set the cooked noodles aside.
  4. In a large skillet over medium heat, add ¼ cup pasta water, lemon juice, and 4 tablespoons of the butter.
  5. Once butter is melted, add the cooked noodles and toss to coat.
  6. Add ½ teaspoon salt and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
  7. Once the butter has melted, divide noodles into warmed bowls.
  8. Top each bowl with a drizzle of olive oil, 2-3 tablespoons of parmesan cheese, and a squeeze of fresh lemon per bowl. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information

Calories 259kcal (13%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 259

% Daily Value*

Calories 259kcal 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.