Lemon—whether juice or zest—adds bright, zippy flavor to mild and hearty pasta dishes. And in the summertime, it makes a refreshing alternative to heavy meat sauces. From creamy lemon pasta recipes to dishes with chicken or shrimp, these fresh, citrusy lemon pastas don’t skimp on flavor.
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Pan-Seared Lemon Tilapia with Parmesan Pasta
Lemon is an excellent pairing for seafood because it brightens its mild flavor and balances any lingering “fishy” taste. In this restaurant-quality dish, pasta is tossed in a light, lemony, garlic sauce and served alongside flaky, herbed, lemony tilapia.
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Bow Tie Pasta with Broccoli, Garlic, and Lemon
Pasta and broccoli are tossed in a simple lemon-garlic sauce to create a satisfying yet simple meal. “Light and awesome for summer!” says reviewer wickchick02.
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Lemon Butter Herb Pasta
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For a light dinner or flavorful side dish, this Lemon Butter Herb Pasta comes together in just 30 minutes. For even more flavor, try substituting fresh herbs for dried.
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Chicken Lemon Linguine
Buttery lemon linguine is paired with grilled chicken in this hearty yet vibrant summer dinner. For a thicker sauce, increase the amount of cornstarch.
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Last-Minute Lemon Shrimp Pasta
Fresh basil and lemon zest add a bright, tart flavor to this spaghetti and shrimp dish. “This recipe was so quick to put together, and we loved the flavor!” says Allrecipes Allstar Happyschmoopies. “The lemon and basil worked perfectly with the shrimp and pasta.”
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Lemon Cream Chicken Pasta Recipe
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This creamy pasta features a classic combination of flavors: lemon, chicken, and garlic. The unique shape of rotelle pasta adds a playful touch to this dish.
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Chicken Piccata with Angel Hair Pasta
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In this favorite Italian dish, chicken is dredged in a flour-and-pepper mixture, browned, and served over pasta with a buttery lemon-and-caper sauce. “The sauce is restaurant-quality and just the right amount of lemony,” says reviewer Michele.
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Easy Lemon Shrimp Pasta
Sautéed red bell peppers add a sweetness that helps to balance the acidity of the lemon in this delicious pasta dish. “Comes together very easily and quickly for a tasty meal with lovely presentation,” says Allrecipes Allstar lutzflcat.
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Easy Pasta with Tuna and Tomato Sauce
In this simple seafood pasta, canned tuna is flavored with lemon and herbs. The mixture is combined with sautéed anchovies, capers, garlic, and tomatoes to create a flavorful sauce for penne pasta.
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Lemon Pasta with Shrimp
“Shrimp in linguine pasta with a yummy white cream sauce that has a wonderfully perfect hint of lemon,” says Allrecipes community member Nina. “It adds just the perfect dimension to the flavors of the dish! Serves our family of 5 and has lots of leftovers.”
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Gnocchi in Lemon-Cream Sauce
Put fresh veggies on display in this gnocchi tossed in lemon cream sauce. The fact that it all comes together in about 35 minutes is just a bonus.
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Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta
“This was a very delicious recipe,” says reviewer Alana Voeks. “Not too heavy, not too spicy, and fresh and filling (especially if you add greens). I highly recommend flavoring the shrimp in a citrusy-spicy way, or if you have a favorite savory seasoning you enjoy using with shrimp.”
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Light Lemon Pesto Pasta
“Light, yet full of flavor, this pesto is perfect tossed with hot spaghetti for a quick dinner,” says Allrecipes Allstar Baking Nana. “It is also excellent as a pizza sauce or smeared on hot French bread. It freezes well to preserve the bounty of summer basil.”
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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta
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“A delicious blend of tender chicken and light, but creamy, lemon sauce and pasta, baked til the top is crispy and lightly browned,” says Allrecipes community member Emme.
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Baked Lemon-Butter Salmon with Pasta
“This is a super simple meal that is largely hands off,” says Allrecipes community member Rebekah Rose Hills. “The bright lemon pairs beautifully with the tender garlicky salmon on a bed of pasta. Garnish liberally with some Parmesan cheese if desired!”
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Lemon Pesto Sauce
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A pesto that hails from the Amalfi Coast of Italy, this lemon pesto sauce is bright and rich, made with zesty, slightly bitter lemon zest rather than basil leaves. It has so many uses: try it as a pasta sauce, a spread, over fish or chicken, or as the base of a dip.
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