Angel Hair Pasta With Lemon And Garlic Recipe

Experience a taste of Oprah's personal chef's culinary magic! This light and zesty angel hair pasta dish, inspired by Rosie Daley, is bursting with fresh lemon, fragrant garlic, and a touch of white wine. A quick and easy weeknight meal that's both elegant and satisfying. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a light lunch.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 271.5 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
Angel Hair Pasta With Lemon And Garlic

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Ingredients for Angel Hair Pasta With Lemon And Garlic

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Garlic Cloves
  • White Wine
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Tomatoes
  • Angel Hair Pasta
  • Fresh Basil
  • Parmesan Cheese

How to Make Angel Hair Pasta With Lemon And Garlic

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. While the water heats, add olive oil and minced garlic to a sauté pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until garlic is lightly golden (about 1 minute).
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the white wine.
  4. Return the pan to medium heat and simmer for 1-2 minutes, or until the wine is reduced by half.
  5. Stir in the lemon juice and halved cherry tomatoes. Remove from heat.
  6. Add the angel hair pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package directions, until al dente (about 30 seconds to 1 minute).
  7. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water.
  8. Add the drained pasta to a warm serving bowl.
  9. Pour the tomato mixture over the pasta.
  10. Add the chopped basil and Parmesan cheese. Toss to combine. Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  11. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper.
  12. Serve immediately.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

3g

Carbs

15g