🍋✨ Lemon Pasta with Mint (My Comfort Bowl)

A light and refreshing pasta dish that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the creamy richness of parmesan. Perfect for a cozy dinner or an elegant lunch.

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Ingredients:

• Spaghetti
• Salt
• Zest of 1 yellow lemon
• Juice of 1–2 lemons (depending on size & taste)
• Olive oil
• Fresh mint or basil (I used mint 🌿)
• Grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions:

1. Boil the pasta:
   In a pot of boiling water with a good amount of salt, cook the spaghetti until halfway cooked (just before al dente).
2. Prepare the lemon base:
   In a pan, add olive oil and lemon zest. Let it warm slightly to release the aroma.
   Pour in half of the lemon juice and add chopped mint. Stir gently.
3. Enhance the flavor:
   Take the leftover lemon halves (after squeezing) and place them in the pan. Move them around in circular motions to boost the lemon flavor.
   After a minute, remove the lemon halves.
4. Combine pasta & sauce:
   Add the half-cooked spaghetti to the pan. Pour in about 2 cups of the pasta water.
   Add the rest of the lemon juice, and a generous amount of grated Parmesan.
   Let everything cook together until the sauce thickens and the pasta is perfectly cooked.
   The texture should be creamy but not watery – just a light coating of sauce.
5. Serve & garnish:
   Plate the pasta while warm. Top with more Parmesan and fresh mint leaves.
   Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, zesty vibes!

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Notes:

• You can swap mint with basil for a more classic Italian flavor.
• Adjust lemon juice to your taste – more for tang, less for subtlety.
• The secret is in the balance: lemon, salt, cheese, and herbs 🌟