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Lemon Spaghetti with Toasted Garlic Breadcrumbs

Recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod

This is the perfect pasta dish and only takes 20 minutes to make! The lemon sauce is light, refreshing, and so delicious! Top the spaghetti with garlic toasted breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil for a simple, but gourmet meal!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: spaghetti
Servings: 6
Calories: 424kcal

Ingredients

For the toasted breadcrumbs:

For the spaghetti:

Instructions

  • To make the breadcrumbs: in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bread and cook, stirring occasionally, until bread is golden brown and toasted. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Season with salt, to taste. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of the starchy pasta water and drain the pasta. Pour the pasta back into the pot.
  • While the pasta is cooking, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese in a small bowl.
  • Pour the lemon sauce over the cooked spaghetti. Add the butter and toss until well combined, the butter will melt over the warm pasta. Add 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water and toss again. If you think the pasta needs a little more liquid, you can add a little more of the water.
  • Season with crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, to taste. Divide the pasta among bowls and garnish with fresh basil, extra Parmesan cheese, and the toasted breadcrumbs. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftover spaghetti in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Store leftover breadcrumbs in an airtight container on the counter for up to 1 week. 

Nutrition

Calories: 424kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 24g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 289mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 226IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 1mg