Lemon Basil Pasta
Light and refreshing Lemon Basil Pasta made with staple ingredients and topped with fresh strips of basil for amazing flavor.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter salted
- 1 teaspoon garlic
- ½ cup lemon juice
- ½ cup white wine
- ¼ cup basil fresh, sliced thin
- ½ cup parmesan freshly grated
- 1 pound pasta
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salty water to a boil. Prepare noodles al dente.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and add garlic. Reduce to medium low heat.
- Add lemon juice and cooking wine, stir until warm.
- Toss with drained pasta.
- Top with parmesan and basil.
Notes
Optional Additions
- Baked Chicken Breast or Lemon Chicken
- Scallops
- Shrimp
- Grilled Tofu
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
- Add Red Pepper Flakes with Butter and Garlic for a Little Heat
To Store
- Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days. Top with fresh basil.
Nutrition
Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 294IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 1mg