Description
A light and aromatic pasta dish featuring a blend of five fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon for a vibrant and elegant flavor.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or preferred type)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté garlic for 30–60 seconds until fragrant, avoiding browning.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to coat in the garlic oil.
- Pour in a small amount of reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
- Stir in basil, parsley, chives, thyme, oregano, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Add grated parmesan cheese and toss until everything is well combined.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted in smaller amounts.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Include vegetables like zucchini or cherry tomatoes for more texture.
- For a richer version, add butter or a splash of cream.
- Reheat gently with a splash of water or olive oil to maintain moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
