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This gremolata linguine is elegant yet effortless and way more exciting than your usual weeknight pasta. We’re talking fresh parsley, punchy garlic, zesty lemon, and glossy noodles (all in under 20 minutes!). Whether you’re hosting friends or just making Tuesday feel fancy, this one’s guaranteed to impress.
save this recipe!Your Go-To Vegetarian Comfort Meal
Pasta is the ultimate comfort food—always has been, always will be. And I mean that in a good way—a great way, even! As humans, we deserve a fair share of comfort in our lives.
Enter: gremolata pasta. It’s fresh, herby, and packed with bright yet cozy Mediterranean flavors. Paired with tender, glossy linguine, it’s a perfect chill, Friday-night-in type of meal.
Gremolata is an Italian herb condiment made with parsley, garlic, and lemon zest, and pairing it with linguine is one of the many ways to enjoy it! Serve it up with a crisp glass of wine or a Hugo Spritz, and boom, dinner is done in 15 minutes flat, folks!
Here’s What You’ll Need
This lemony Gremolata pasta is made with ingredients that are almost guaranteed to be in your pantry, so you likely don’t need to venture to the store! Jump to the recipe card for exact measurements—this is only an overview.
- Gremolata: First up for this pasta is the gremolata! To make it, you will need parsley, lemon zest, and fresh garlic. (Here’s our easy gremolata recipe.) Feel free to use the same lemon you’ll be juicing for the pasta!
- Olive Oil: Next, we’ll use 1 cup of extra-virgin olive oil. This is going to give the pasta a buttery-smooth texture, and it will add a rich flavor!
- Lemon: Gremolata pasta isn’t complete without some lemon juice. Use the juice from ½ a lemon, and serve it with a wedge or two for oomph.
- Sea Salt: Up the flavor by including a pinch of flaky sea salt.
- Linguine: Last but not least, you will need 8 oz of linguine!
Pasta Pro Tip
If your pantry is stocked with pasta shapes other than linguine, don’t let that stop you from enjoying this gremolata pasta! Any pasta variety (including gluten-free) will work just fine here.
Making This Pasta Is Easy
If your stomach is growling and you can’t wait another second for dinner, this lemon garlic pasta is always a good bet—quick and easy! (For the full printable instructions, jump to the recipe card.)
Step 1: Prepare The Gremolata And Oil
To begin, make the gremolata. It’s a simple process that takes only 5 minutes! Then, combine the gremolata, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl.
Step 2: Cook The Pasta
Bring a pot of heavily salted water to a boil, then add the linguine. Cook according to the instructions on the package. (Short on time? Here’s how to cook pasta in the microwave!)
Step 3: Toss And Serve
Toss the cooked linguine and gremolata sauce. Serve immediately!
Optional Mix-Ins
Thanks to gremolata pasta’s simplicity, it’s a contender for nearly any pasta add-in you may wish to include! Here are a few add-ons that I’m nearly positive would taste delicious with the gremolata.
- Halved cherry tomatoes
- Sliced button mushrooms
- Diced green bell pepper
- Diced yellow or white onion
- Feta cheese
Pasta Pairings
The thing is… pasta plays well with just about everything. Sometimes, you’re in the mood for crispy garlic bread, and other times, fresh greens are calling your name. Whatever you’re craving, here are some tasty side dish ideas.
- Vegetarian Caesar: Pasta is always delicious when paired with a salad, and a classic is guaranteed to hit the spot!
- Balsamic Brussels Sprouts: For a side that feels a bit heartier, you can’t go wrong with these sprouts.
- Vegan Garlic Bread: Crispy, buttery, and loaded with garlicky, herby goodness… Need I say more?
Lemony Gremolata Linguini (Ready in 15 Minutes)
Ingredients
- Gremolata, click for the recipe
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil, 236 mL
- Juice from ½ of a lemon
- Pinch of flaky sea salt
- 8 oz linguine, 226 g
Instructions
- Gremolata: Make gremolata (5 minutes to make). Stir together gremolata, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
- Linguini: Bring a pot of heavily salted water to a boil, then add linguine. Cook according to instructions on package.
- Serve: Toss together linguine and gremolata sauce. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Nutrition information calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist.
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