Spaghetti Limone
Bright, buttery Spaghetti Limone with garlic and parsley. An easy, elegant pasta dish ready in under 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 medium lemon, juiced (approximately 3 tablespoons)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic, finely minced
- ¼ cup 25 grams grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped, for garnish
- 1 lemon wedges or slices, for serving
- Olive oil, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente, following package directions. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and 4 tablespoons of the butter. Stir until the butter is melted.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and kosher salt. Continue tossing until the butter is fully melted and the noodles are evenly coated. If needed, add a splash more pasta water to loosen the sauce.
- Divide the pasta into warmed bowls. Top each serving with parmesan cheese, a squeeze of lemon, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil, if using. Serve immediately.