🍋 This Zucchini Lemon Pasta screams summer in every bite! Ready in just 35 minutes, this light yet creamy pasta combines fresh zucchini and bright citrus for a dish that's perfect for warm weather dining.
Course Vegetarian Dinner, 30 minute meals, Vegetarian, Pasta
Melt the garlic herb butter and olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Once it begins to bubble, add the shallots and garlic.
Cook for 3 – 5 minutes until fragrant and onion is tender.
Add the julienned zucchini, nutritional yeast, salt, cracked black pepper, minced onion flakes, and chili flakes, and cook for another 4 – 5 minutes.
Add the lemon juice and zest, and cook for another 1 – 2 minutes.
Pour in the heavy cream, stir, and bring the mixture to a light boil.
Add the parmesan cheese and constantly stir to allow even melting.
Allow the sauce to reduce and thicken for 5 minutes.
Prior to making the sauce or during, prepare the Spaghettini pasta according to the instructions on the package in a large pot.
Rinse and strain.
Transfer the pasta into the pan with the sauce, mixing thoroughly to combine.
Serve the pasta with fresh parsley and enjoy!
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Notes If you don’t have any garlic herb butter, you can make your own! Simply mix garlic and fresh (or dried) herbs with softened butter. You can substitute ALL of the dairy in this recipe for your favorite vegan options- be sure to use slightly less plant-based milk and add extra nutritional yeast to bring out that cheesy flavor! Swap the long fusilli for your preferred pasta shape OR use gluten-free pasta! Add your favorite protein option to this dish! Delicious! Store the pasta in the fridge for 5 – 7 days, and reheat to serve!