Ina Garten Lemon Capellini Recipe
This Ina Garten Lemon Capellini Recipe is light, fresh and full of bright citrus flavor. It is perfect for quick lunches or simple dinners.
Ingredients
- 300 g capellini angel hair pasta
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 lemons zest and juice
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Boil the pasta
- Cook capellini in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve a little pasta water.
Prepare lemon mixture
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt and pepper.
Combine pasta and sauce
- Add hot pasta to the bowl with lemon mixture. Toss gently to coat evenly.
Add cheese
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese and toss again until creamy and smooth.
Adjust consistency
- Add a little reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
Add herbs
- Mix in fresh parsley for color and freshness.
Taste and adjust
- Adjust salt and lemon according to your preference.
Serve immediately
- Serve hot for best flavor and texture.
Garnish and enjoy
- Top with extra parmesan and lemon zest before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for best taste
- Do not overcook pasta
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for protein
- Use butter for richer flavor
- Add chili flakes for spice
- Use basil instead of parsley
- Add spinach for extra nutrition