How to Make Barilla® Spaghetti with Lemon, Parmigiano Reggiano and Basil - A Step-by-Step Guide

Barilla® Spaghetti with Lemon, Parmigiano Reggiano and Basil is a delightful and refreshing pasta dish that is perfect for any occasion. Made with simple and fresh ingredients, this recipe is a great way to enjoy the classic flavors of Italy in a quick and easy meal.

The star of this dish is the Barilla® Spaghetti, which is known for its high quality and ability to hold sauces perfectly. Combined with the bright and zesty flavors of lemon, the richness of Parmigiano Reggiano, and the ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 fresh lemons
  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ⅔ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (454 g) package Barilla® Spaghetti
  • 8 leaves fresh basil, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 2 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 12 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Grate lemon peels to yield 1 tablespoon of lemon zest. Juice lemons to yield 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice. Whisk olive oil, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and lemon juice in a large mixing bowl to blend; add salt and black pepper to taste. Set lemon sauce aside.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; season with salt. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; reserve 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Add spaghetti to the lemon sauce; toss with basil and lemon zest. Toss pasta with enough reserved cooking liquid, 1/4 cup at a time, to moisten. Season with more salt and pepper to taste.
  • Transfer to individual serving bowls and serve.
  • Nutrition

    428 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 163mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 61g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 29mg
    • Calcium: 123mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 67mg