Meyer Lemon-Thyme Spaghetti
Brighten your dinner table with this Meyer Lemon-Thyme Spaghetti Recipe, a delightful dish that’s both quick and easy to prepare. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a zesty pasta that combines the bright flavors of Meyer lemons and aromatic thyme, creating a fresh sauce that beautifully coats each strand of spaghetti. This versatile recipe is perfect as a light main course or as a side dish to complement any meal. Say goodbye to complicated cooking; with just a few simple ingredients, you can impress your family and friends with a gourmet-quality meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dry spaghetti
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Meyer lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Meyer lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente.
- While pasta cooks, heat butter and olive oil in a large sauté pan over low-medium heat. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and thyme.
- Drain the pasta and add it directly into the pan with the sauce, tossing gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg