Zesty Lemon Basil Butter Pasta: A Delightful Summer Dish

Today’s Special: Lemon Basil Butter Pasta

Welcome, lovely readers! Today, I want to share a bright and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light summer dinner. This Lemon Basil Butter Pasta is a delightful blend of zesty lemon, fresh basil, and savory butter that creates a truly unique and delicious flavor profile.

Ingredients:

• 250g linguine
• 100g unsalted butter
• 50ml fresh lemon juice
• zest of 1 lemon
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• to taste
• to taste

Kitchen Tools:

• pot
• colander
• saucepan
• grater

To start, cook the linguine according to the package instructions in a pot of boiling salted water. Drain the pasta in a colander and set it aside. In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it is fully melted and begins to bubble slightly.

Add the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped basil leaves to the melted butter, stirring gently to combine. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Once the sauce is ready, add the cooked linguine to the pan and toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the lemon basil butter sauce. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves if desired.

This Lemon Basil Butter Pasta serves 4 and each serving weighs approximately 200g. One serving of this dish is around 350 calories.

One quirky tip for this dish is to sprinkle a bit of lemon zest over the pasta just before serving to give it an extra burst of fresh citrus flavor. It’s a small touch that really elevates the dish!

I hope you give this Lemon Basil Butter Pasta a try and enjoy the unique combination of flavors. Feel free to customize it with your favorite protein or additional veggies to make it your own. Happy cooking!