Easy, Vegetarian, 30-Minute Weeknight Dinner

Luxurious Lemon Pasta is a dairy-free and soy-free dinner you can make with just a handful of ingredients and no fuss. When you still want carbs, but aren't in the mood for marinara or alfredo sauce, this low-budget, simple, bright dish delivers. It's also great for leftovers.

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Luxurious Lemon Pasta

Tangy pasta with shallots and basil.

Pin Recipe

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients

1 lb Spaghetti
2 Lemons
2 Shallots

Equipment

Large Pot
Grater/Microplane
Cutting Board
Cutting Knife
Small Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Measuring Spoons
Measuring Cups
Strainer
Tongs

Method

Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook pasta as directed.
Peel and trim both shallots, dice and set aside.
Remove pot from heat. Add shallots + lemon dressing to pot. Turn pasta over with tongs several times.

Video

Notes

For a creamier finish, add a slice or two of dairy-free and soy-free butter to the pasta after it's done cooking and before you add the remaining wet ingredients.

Garnish with basil to add a little green to this dish.