Description
Basil Pasta with Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce is a delightful dish that perfectly balances fresh basil, zesty lemon, and savory garlic. This meal is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but it also offers a burst of flavor in every bite. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe showcases simplicity and deliciousness, making it suitable for both novice and experienced cooks alike. With just a handful of ingredients, you can impress your family and friends with a bright, aromatic pasta dish that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
- 8 oz pasta (such as farfalle)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 oz fresh basil (more to taste)
- 1/2 cup pine nuts (lightly toasted)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add the lemon slices and minced garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until lightly browned. Remove from heat and stir in another 2 tablespoons of butter until melted. Set aside.
- Boil a pot of water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain using a colander.
- Return the hot drained pasta to the skillet with the garlic-lemon mixture. Stir well to coat.
- Add the remaining butter and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring on low-medium heat for about two minutes until combined. Season with salt if needed.
- Fold in half of the chopped fresh basil evenly throughout the pasta.
- Serve topped with remaining basil, toasted pine nuts, and cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg