Linguine with Lemon Garlic Sauce

• servings: 2 servings
• active time: 15 minutes
• total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

10 ounces linguine

4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

¼ cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped

1 teaspoon lemon zest, from 1 lemon

2 teaspoons red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon kosher salt

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons salted butter

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, from 1 to 2 lemons

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Directions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat and salt it. Add the linguine and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain.

Meanwhile, in a large metal or glass bowl, combine the garlic, parsley, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, and salt.

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the olive oil and butter. Once the butter is bubbling, pour it over the garlic and herb mixture. Stir to combine.

Add the pasta to the bowl along with the lemon juice and the reserved pasta cooking water. Use tongs to toss the pasta until it’s fully coated and well mixed.

Serve immediately, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

• Calories: 812
• Total Fat: 34 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Sodium: 655 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 106 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5 g
• Total Sugars: 6 g
• Protein: 17 g