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Lemon-Basil Pasta with Parmesan is for Side Dish.

Lemon-Basil Pasta with Parmesan takes 5 minutes to prepare.

Lemon-Basil Pasta with Parmesan takes 5 minutes to cook.

Lemon-Basil Pasta with Parmesan makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Lemon-Basil Pasta with Parmesan are:

*2 lemons, zested and juiced (I add the pulp, too after picking out the seeds.
*3-5 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil, depending on your taste
*3 Tbsp. Olive Oil
*3/4 oz. shredded Parmesan cheese (not the powdery kind in a can)
*Sea salt and fresh ground pepper (optional)
*1-2 packets True Lemon (optional)
6 oz. whole grain pasta (I use Barilla Plus angel hair, or the mini bowties)

Here is how you make Lemon-Basil Pasta with Parmesan:

In a small bowl with a lid, place all ingredients except pasta. Seal on the lid and shake. This can be done several hours in advance.Cook pasta according to package directions, toss with sauce, and serve.Serving Size: Makes 4 generous servings.Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CHERRYTARTE.

The nutritional information for Lemon-Basil Pasta with Parmesan is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 279.9

• Total Fat: 13.5 g
• Cholesterol: 3.6 mg
• Sodium: 105.3 mg
• Total Carbs: 34.6 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5.7 g
• Protein: 10.1 g

The dietary needs meet for Lemon-Basil Pasta with Parmesan is Vegetarian