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Lemon Spaghetti with spinach. Light, fresh, bright and oh so delicious! This spring themed pasta celebrates the coming of the new season and comes together super quick. We hope you try the recipe! 
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Lemon Spaghetti with Spinach

I use spaghetti for this recipe but any pasta will work!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main or Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemon spaghetti, lemon zest, pasta, spaghetti
Servings: 4
Author: Alice Choi

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. spaghetti
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cubed
  • 1 heaping tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 bag baby spinach
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • lemon juice
  • salt and pepper
  • fresh basil leaves optional as garnish
  • lemon wedges optional

Instructions

  • Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes. While the spaghetti is cooking, using a large pan or skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue to cook the butter until slightly browned and fragrant. Stir in the lemon zest and let cook for a minute.
  • Drain the pasta, reserving 1 1/2 cups of the pasta water. Pour 1 cup pasta water into the skillet with the lemon zest and add in the spinach. Mix together for a minute or two, and add in the cooked spaghetti and the parmesan cheese. Using tongs, toss together the pasta with the lemon sauce and the cheese. You shouldn't need to add anymore liquid because the spinach will also release some liquid but if you need to, add some more of the reserved pasta water. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, mix together and taste. Adjust anything if needed. Garnish with some fresh basil and serve with lemon wedges; you can also garnish with some lemon zest if desired. Enjoy immediately!