Description
Lemon Caper Pasta is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances the zesty brightness of lemon with the savory punch of capers. This quick and easy recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With minimal ingredients, you can create a deliciously satisfying meal that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in rinsed capers and sauté for another minute to blend flavors.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining the pasta. Add drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic and capers; toss well.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the pasta and add reserved pasta water gradually until desired sauce consistency is achieved.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed, then serve garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg