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Lemon Caper Pasta

Lemon Caper Pasta That Transforms Your Weeknight Dinners

This Lemon Caper Pasta delivers bright flavors and is quick to prepare, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 335
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta any shape like spaghetti, penne, or fusilli
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil or light vegetable oil
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for heat
  • 2 tablespoons Capers in brine
  • 1 unit Lemon juice and zest
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs like Parsley or Thyme
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese optional
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or vegan alternative

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta cooking water.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 2 minutes.
  3. Add lemon zest and juice, capers, and reserved pasta water, simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
  4. Drain pasta and combine with the sauce in the skillet, toss to coat. Add fresh herbs if desired.
  5. Serve with grated Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 10gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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