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Spaghetti with lemons, basil, mint and chili

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Ingredients for 4 servings:

  • 500g spaghetti
  • 5 lemons, the grated peel and the juice
  • ½ bunch mint
  • ½ bunch basil
  • 1 chili pepper(s) (more if needed)
  • e.g. Parmesan
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

Working time approx. 20 minutes; Total time approx. 20 minutes

the summer pasta 2008

Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Meanwhile, slice the herbs, reserving a few leaves for garnish. Chop the chili pepper. Heat oil in a saucepan, if desired. First, add the herbs and spices, then the spaghetti (cooked al dente), and mix everything together. Serve on a deep plate and garnish with Parmesan cheese and herb leaves. Tip: Add halved cherry tomatoes, if desired.

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Written by John Myers

Professional Chef with 29 years of industry experience at the highest levels. Restaurant owner. Beverage Director with experience creating world-class nationally recognized cocktail programs. Food writer with a distinctive Chef-driven voice and point of view.

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