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Amazing Creamy Lemon Zucchini Pasta in 25 Minutes

Creamy Lemon Zucchini Pasta
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Enjoy a light and creamy pasta dish bursting with fresh lemon and tender zucchini. Perfect for a quick and satisfying summer meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced or spiralized
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add sliced or spiralized zucchini to the skillet. Cook until tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook until sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
  5. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or parsley.

Notes

  • For a lighter sauce, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or spinach.
  • A pinch of red pepper flakes can add a nice hint of spice.

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