Lemon Butter Capellini with Fresh Herbs
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly light this Lemon Butter Capellini with Fresh Herbs is the perfect pasta dish for any occasion! Delicate capellini noodles are tossed in a silky lemon butter sauce, then finished with a burst of fresh herbs for a vibrant, aromatic flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) capellini (angel hair) pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Boil Pasta : Cook capellini in salted water until al dente, reserving some pasta water.
- Step 2: Make Lemon Butter Sauce : Melt butter in a skillet, add garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 3: Toss Pasta with Sauce : Add cooked capellini to the skillet, tossing to coat with sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Step 4: Add Fresh Herbs : Mix in parsley, basil, and chives. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 5: Serve : Plate pasta and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.