Spaghetti with Creamy Lemon-Spinach Sauce: A Quick and Indulgent Delight
A delightful and indulgent dish combining spaghetti with a creamy lemon-spinach sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, heat garlic in a bit of olive oil until fragrant.
- Add spinach, cooking until wilted.
- Stir in heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice, allowing to simmer for a few minutes.
- Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet, mixing well with the sauce.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with a lower-fat option.
- Feel free to add grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg