Baked Lemon Spaghetti Recipe
Indulge in the creamy, tangy goodness of Baked Lemon Spaghetti. This vegetarian dish is a delightful blend of fresh lemon flavors, cheeses, and aromatic garlic, baked to perfection for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Spaghetti:
- 12 oz spaghetti
Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook Spaghetti: Cook spaghetti until al dente; drain and return to the pot.
- Prepare Sauce: In a skillet, sauté garlic in olive oil, add lemon zest and juice. In a bowl, mix Parmesan, ricotta, sour cream, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Combine with pasta.
- Bake: Transfer to a baking dish, top with mozzarella, bake for 15–20 minutes until golden. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or sautéed vegetables for a heartier meal.
- For more citrus flavor, increase lemon zest or add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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