How to make Lemon Linguine-Amalfi Coast on your Plate.

(Bring the sunshine of the Italian coast straight to your table)

There’s something magical about the simplicity of Italian cooking – just a few fresh ingredients, and suddenly you’re transported to a sun-drenched terrace overlooking the Amalfi Coast.

Today, I’m sharing one of my absolute favorites: Lemon Linguine.

Light, fragrant, and bursting with citrusy goodness, it’s a dish that feels like summer in every bite.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

• 200 g (7 oz) linguine pasta

• Zest of 2 organic lemons (freshly grated for maximum flavor)

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 50 g (½ cup) freshly grated Parmesan cheese

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

My secret weapon: a high-quality Stainless Steel Cheese & Citrus Zester Grater – it makes zesting effortless and extracts every bit of that heavenly aroma.

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Instructions

1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.

2. Zest the lemons using your zester grater. The ultra-sharp blade makes perfect, fluffy strands without the bitter pith.

3. In a pan, melt the butter with the olive oil over low heat. Add the lemon zest and stir gently to release the oils.

4. Add the cooked pasta to the pan, along with a splash of the reserved pasta water. Toss to coat.

5. Finish with lemon juice and Parmesan cheese, tossing until creamy and silky. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or parsley – and maybe a glass of chilled white wine.

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Why This Recipe Works

The lemon zest brightens the pasta with a perfume that bottled sauces can’t match. Using a dedicated zester grater ensures you capture the pure, fragrant top layer of the peel – no bitterness, just sunshine.

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🌞 La Dolce Vita Tip: Serve your Lemon Linguine outdoors, with good company, a sea breeze (real or imagined), and plenty of laughter.

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