One-Pot Pasta with Lemon and Fresh Herbs

A simple, aromatic pasta dish made in one pot with lemon zest, herbs, and a touch of garlic for a bright, satisfying meal.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: One Pot

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 1.5 cups vegetable broth
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, add 8 oz pasta, and cook for 8 minutes until al dente.
2. Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Zest 1 lemon, then squeeze 2 tbsp juice into the skillet with the garlic.
4. Step 4: Add 1/4 cup fresh basil, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, 1.5 cups vegetable broth, 0.5 tsp salt, and 0.25 tsp black pepper to the skillet, stirring to combine.
5. Step 5: Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water, then add the pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat and simmer for 2 minutes until sauce thickens.
6. Step 6: Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed, then divide into bowls and garnish with lemon zest.