Best 6 Lemon Butter Herb Pasta Recipes

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Lemon butter herb pasta is a classic dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple dish to make, and it is packed with flavor. The combination of lemon, butter, and herbs creates a rich and creamy sauce that coats the pasta perfectly. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal, or it can be dressed up for a special occasion. No matter how you serve it, lemon butter herb pasta is sure to be a hit.

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LEMON BUTTER HERB PASTA



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A quick, delicious, and light-tasting sauce with a zesty lemon flavor! You can easily add chicken, shrimp, or your favorite veggies to personalize this basic sauce. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Elizabeth Sanford

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
¼ cup butter
¼ cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon minced garlic
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir chicken broth, lemon juice, oregano, basil, and garlic into the butter. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to medium-low; cook until thickened to your desired texture, 5 to 7 minutes
  • Season sauce with salt and pepper. Stir cooked pasta into the butter sauce to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 83.8 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

LEMON-HERB COMPOUND BUTTER



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield about 1/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/4 teaspoon red chile flakes
Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 clove garlic, finely grated
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, add the butter, mint, parsley, tarragon, chile flakes, lemon zest, garlic and black pepper to taste and mash it up with a fork. Transfer to a ramekin.

PASTA WITH HERB BUTTER



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Make and share this Pasta with Herb Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

7 ounces linguine
1/4 cup butter
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves
1 tablespoon lemon juice
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions and then drain.
  • Melt butter in large Pyrex measuring cup and blend in remaining ingredients except cheese.
  • Place pasta and butter back into saucepan used to cook the pasta in.
  • Cook pasta for two minutes until reheated; stir constantly.
  • Put cooked pasta into serving bowl topped with Parmesan cheese.

LEMON AND HERB SPAGHETTI



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Provided by Megan Mitchell

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
1 pound spaghetti
1 cup tightly packed basil leaves
3/4 cup chives, roughly chopped
1/4 cup dill
4 cloves garlic, grated
2 lemons, both zested and 1 juiced
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Freshly grated Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a small food processor or blender, combine the basil, chives, dill, garlic, zest, oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and the pepper. Blend until smooth. Taste and add more salt, if desired. Set the herb sauce aside.
  • Drain the pasta and, while it's still in the colander, toss with the lemon juice. Transfer to a large bowl and pour in the herb sauce. Toss thoroughly until the pasta is completely coated.
  • Serve family-style warm or at room temperature with freshly grated Parmesan, if desired.

LEMON AND HERB BUTTER SAUCE



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Make and share this Lemon and Herb Butter Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Sauces

Time 7m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ounces unsalted butter
2 sage leaves, finely chopped
1 lemon, grated zest and juice
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan and once it is bubbling, add the sage and lemon zest.
  • Gently cook for 1 minute and then add the lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Cook for a further minute and then pour over cooked pasta, chicken or fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.4, Fat 46.1, SaturatedFat 29.1, Cholesterol 121.9, Sodium 85.4, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 2.5, Protein 1.1

PASTA WITH FRESH HERBS, LEMON AND PEAS



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Buy a bunch of parsley along with basil or chives to keep on hand in your refrigerator. The herbs will keep for a week if properly stored. Produce departments often use misters, but greens don't keep well once wet. When you get home, spin the herbs in salad spinner if they're wet, wrap them in a paper towel and then bag them.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup finely chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, basil, tarragon, mint and chives
Zest of 1 lemon, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt to taste
3/4 pound pasta, any type
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, in a large bowl or pasta bowl, combine the herbs, lemon zest, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil.
  • When the water comes to a boil, salt generously and add the pasta. A few minutes before the pasta is done, add the peas to the water. When the pasta is just about al dente, remove a half cup of the cooking water and add to the bowl with the herbs. Drain the pasta and peas, toss with the herb mixture and the cheese, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 467, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 381 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh herbs, flavorful butter, and tangy lemon zest make all the difference.
  • Don't overcrowd the pasta in the pot. This will prevent it from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the pasta al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will help it hold its shape and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Reserve some of the pasta cooking water. This starchy water can be used to thin out the sauce or add moisture to the pasta.
  • Don't boil the sauce. Simmer it gently over low heat to prevent it from curdling.
  • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more lemon zest, herbs, or salt and pepper.
  • Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Lemon butter herb pasta is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. With just a few fresh ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta recipe, give lemon butter herb pasta a try. You won't be disappointed!

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