Description
This Lemon Basil Zucchini Pasta Alfredo is a refreshing twist on traditional Alfredo pasta, with the zesty flavors of lemon and basil complementing the creamy sauce perfectly. It’s a delightful dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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Pasta:
- 1 lb linguine or fettuccine
Alfredo Sauce:
- 6 tbsp salted butter
- 1 lemon, sliced, seeds removed
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 zucchini or yellow summer squash, very thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chili flakes to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water. Drain.
- Sear the Lemon: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet. Sear lemon slices until caramelized. Chop the lemon slices and mix with basil.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, cook onion in butter until caramelized. Add garlic, zucchini, thyme, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Cook until golden.
- Make the Alfredo Sauce: Add pasta water and cream to the skillet. Simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in parmesan and toss in pasta. Cook briefly.
- Serve: Top with lemon/basil mix. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
