Lemon Basil Alfredo Sauce Recipe
Lemon Basil Alfredo Sauce Recipe brightens your pasta instantly, because heavy sauces clearly needed a personality upgrade and a little citrus attitude.
You swirl fresh basil and lemon into creamy goodness, creating bold flavor while pretending this refreshing twist wasn’t completely genius.
This sauce delivers silky texture, zesty notes, and elegant vibes, because your dinner deserves sophistication without sacrificing indulgent comfort.
Lemon Basil Alfredo Sauce Recipe
A creamy Alfredo sauce enhanced with lemon and basil for a fresh, vibrant flavor.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat butter in a pan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir.
- Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add parmesan cheese gradually.
- Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Add lemon juice and zest.
- Mix in chopped basil.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm over pasta or vegetables.
- Nutritional values (per serving)
Notes
Nutritional values (per serving)
Calories: 260Total Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 8g
Vitamins and minerals (per serving)
Calcium: 28%Vitamin A: 15%
Vitamin C: 10%
Riboflavin: 12%
Phosphorus: 18%
Additional notes/tips
Use fresh basil for best flavor.Add lemon gradually to balance taste.
Serve immediately for optimal texture.
