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Lemon Caper Pasta

Lemon Caper Pasta: Bright, Zesty Flavor in 20 Minutes

This Lemon Caper Pasta offers a quick and easy meal bursting with zesty flavor and delightful textures, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spaghetti or any pasta shape you love
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter divided; olive oil works as a great dairy-free alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil for a change in taste
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic minced; adjust based on preference
  • 1/4 cup White Wine or vegetable broth for non-alcoholic options
  • 1 whole Lemon zested and juiced; substitute with lemon juice concentrate if needed
  • 1.5 ounces Capers drained but not rinsed; swap with green olives if preferred
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped; basil can be a substitute
  • Kosher Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • skillet
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • colander
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, drain spaghetti, and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and add olive oil. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in white wine and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  4. Stir in remaining butter, lemon zest and juice, capers, and parsley. Simmer for another minute.
  5. Add drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to combine. Add reserved pasta water as needed until you reach desired consistency.
  6. Plate the pasta, garnish with parsley and lemon wedges if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 9gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a complete meal, pair with a light arugula salad and lemon sugar cookies for dessert. Adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving.

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