Lemon Spaghetti From Giada Recipe

Brighten your weeknight with Giada's unbelievably easy Lemon Spaghetti! This vibrant pasta dish is ready in under 20 minutes and is perfect as a light and zesty side for chicken or fish, or a satisfying vegetarian main course. Bursting with fresh lemon flavor and a touch of Parmesan, it's the ultimate feel-good recipe.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 548.3 kcal
Protein 28g
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Ingredients for Lemon Spaghetti From Giada

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How to Make Lemon Spaghetti From Giada

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of spaghetti and cook according to package directions, until al dente (about 8 minutes).
  2. While the pasta cooks, whisk together 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and the zest and juice of 2 lemons in a large bowl.
  3. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
  4. Add the drained spaghetti to the lemon sauce. Add the reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, until the pasta is coated and the sauce is creamy.
  5. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Garnish with extra lemon zest and 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

27g

Carbs

19g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Spaghetti From Giada?

Lemon Spaghetti From Giada takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Spaghetti From Giada?

Lemon Spaghetti From Giada has approximately 548.3 calories per serving, with about 28 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 43 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Spaghetti From Giada?

The key ingredients for Lemon Spaghetti From Giada are Spaghetti, Olive Oil, Parmesan Cheese, Fresh Lemon Juice, Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper, Lemon Zest. See the full list with measurements above.

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