Description
Lemon Mascarpone Pasta is a revitalizing dish that beautifully balances the richness of mascarpone with the zesty brightness of lemon. Perfect for any occasion, this creamy pasta can be whipped up in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. The combination of garlic, spinach, and a hint of apple vinegar creates a flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated. Whether enjoyed as a standalone meal or paired with grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup white apple vinegar
- 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
- 4 ounces mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add white apple vinegar, lemon juice, and zest; simmer for three minutes.
- Stir in mascarpone cheese, baby spinach, salt, and pepper until the cheese melts and the spinach wilts.
- Toss the drained spaghetti into the sauce with a splash of reserved pasta water to combine. Stir in grated parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg