Spaghetti with Creamy Lemon-Spinach Sauce: A Fresh and Easy Delight
A light and refreshing pasta dish that combines the richness of cream with the brightness of lemon and the nutrition of spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pasta
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the fresh spinach and sauté until wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add more lemon zest if you prefer a stronger lemon flavor.
- Consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Spaghetti, Creamy Sauce, Lemon, Spinach, Easy Recipe