Pasta with Prosciutto, Lemon, and Arugula

Pasta with prosciutto, lemon, and arugula is a bright and flavorful dish, combining savory, salty, and peppery notes with a creamy finish that’s super satisfying. It's easy to whip up and perfect for a cozy dinner.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Keyword arugula, lemon, pasta, prosciutto, quick meal

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings servings

Calories 450kcal

Author Liza A

Ingredients

12 oz. 340 g of spaghetti, or your favorite pasta
1 lemon juiced
1 tbsp. unsalted butter
1/2 cup grated Parmesan plus more for serving
1 tsp red pepper flakes
3 oz. 85 g prosciutto
4 cups baby arugula
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until you achieve your desired doneness. Save 1 cup of the boiled pasta water. Drain the pasta and then return the pasta to the pot.
Add the juice of the lemon, butter, grated Parmesan and 1 cup of the hot pasta water to the large pot containing the pasta. Stir gently to combine, until creamy.
Add the red pepper flakes, prosciutto and arugula. Toss until well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with extra Parmesan and serve.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Delish

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