Description
Garlic & Herb Linguine is a simple and flavorful Italian pasta dish featuring linguine tossed with fragrant garlic, fresh herbs, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a quick main course or side, this recipe combines olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, fresh parsley, basil, lemon juice, and cheese for a vibrant, comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
pasta
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
sauce and seasoning
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
fresh herbs and finishing
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta and setting it aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful to avoid burning the garlic as it can become bitter.
- Add Seasonings: Stir in the Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper. Cook the mixture for about 30 seconds to allow the spices to release their flavors.
- Toss Pasta: Add the drained linguine to the skillet and toss well to coat with the garlic and seasoning mixture. If the pasta seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce and help it cling to the noodles.
- Finish with Herbs and Cheese: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, basil, and lemon juice. Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and toss until the pasta is evenly coated and the cheese has slightly melted.
- Serve: Plate the linguine warm and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy on its own or paired with grilled chicken, shrimp, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- This dish is enjoyable as a standalone vegetarian main or as a side dish.
- For variations, consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or roasted veggies for extra protein and texture.
- Whole wheat or gluten-free linguine can be used to accommodate dietary preferences.
- Be careful not to burn the garlic as it becomes bitter and affects the flavor negatively.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor impact, but dried herbs can substitute if fresh are unavailable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
