Creamy Lemon Butter Pasta Sauce with Spaghetti: A Zesty Delight
A delicious and creamy lemon butter sauce that pairs perfectly with spaghetti, offering a zesty flavor that is sure to please.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest, stirring until well combined.
- Incorporate the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Drain spaghetti and combine with the sauce, mixing well to ensure even coating.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Butter Pasta Sauce, Spaghetti, Zesty Pasta Sauce, Lemon Pasta