Can I use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth?

Absolutely, Chicken broth adds a richer depth of flavor that works beautifully with the lemon and garlic. My grandma actually prefers it this way - just be mindful of the salt content since chicken broth tends to be saltier than vegetable.

How can I make this gluten-free?

Easy peasy, Just swap regular pasta for your favorite gluten-free variety. I've had great success with brown rice pasta - it holds up well to the one-pot cooking method. Pro tip: Check the package directions since some GF pastas need slightly more or less liquid.

Will this work with other citrus?

Oh, you adventurous cook. I've tried lime (too sharp) and orange (too sweet), but lemon really is the goldilocks "just right" for this recipe. That said, a mix of lemon and lime zest can be fun for a more complex citrus note - just go easy on the lime juice.

Can I make this ahead of time?

While it's best fresh (that al dente texture), you can prep the ingredients ahead. Measure out your pasta, zest and juice the lemon, mince the garlic - then when hunger strikes, you're just minutes away from dinner. Leftovers reheat surprisingly well too.

20-Minute One-Pot Garlic Lemon Pasta Perfection -

Name: 20-Minute One-Pot Garlic Lemon Pasta Perfection
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 17 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz pasta; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon, juiced and zested; 2 cups vegetable broth; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

20-Minute One-Pot Garlic Lemon Pasta Perfection

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A quick and flavorful one-pot pasta dish with garlic and lemon, perfect for a weeknight meal.

Author: RecipeZest
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 17 mins
Yield: 2 servings
Category: Main Dish
Method: One-Pot
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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8 oz pasta
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, juiced and zested
2 cups vegetable broth
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Stir in pasta, lemon juice, zest, red pepper flakes, and vegetable broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
Season with salt and pepper.
Top with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Use any short pasta like penne or fusilli.
Adjust red pepper flakes for more or less heat.
Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.

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