One-Pot Lemon Garlic Pasta with White Beans

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

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A vibrant, protein-packed pasta dish simmered with lemony white beans and cherry tomatoes, ready in 30 minutes. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs spaghetti, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 325 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 325 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed white beans
1/2 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add 8 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant and garlic turns golden (do not brown).
Step 3: Stir in 1 can (15 oz) drained white beans and 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes, cooking for 2 minutes until tomatoes soften slightly.
Step 4: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice. Toss vigorously for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the pasta.
Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.