Today we're taking a trip to Italy with a mouth-watering lemon garlic pasta dish that will transport you straight to the rolling hills of Tuscany. Picture this: a warm evening, surrounded by family and friends, glasses of crisp white wine in hand, and a big steaming bowl of fresh pasta on the table. Ah, the joy of an Italian meal shared with loved ones! But this isn't just any pasta dish. No, no, no. This is a lemon garlic pasta that will knock your socks off with its zesty flavor and aroma. So let's fire up the stove, gather the family, and let's cook up a storm in true Italian style!
This garlic lemon pasta dish is a quick and easy dinner idea that combines zesty lemon and fragrant garlic for a burst of flavor. With perfectly cooked pasta as its base, it's a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for any night of the week.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz tagliatelle pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the tagliatelle pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the cooked tagliatelle pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic-infused olive oil. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Add the chopped parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the skillet, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the lemon and garlic tagliatelle pasta in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and additional parsley if desired. Pair with a chilled white wine for the ultimate Italian dining experience.
So let's go! Whip up a batch of this delicious garlic lemon pasta tonight and enjoy a meal that's both easy and delicious!
