Pasta with Lemon and Herbs

Posted on February 19, 2007
Filed Under Vegetarian |

If you are in a hurry and would like to eat something light then this pasta with lemon and herbs recipe is perfect for you. It takes no more than 20 minutes to prepare and it tastes great. You are going to need the following ingredients,

6 ounces uncooked vermicelli
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
ΒΌ cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Cook and drain the vermicelli as directed on the package. Toss the vermicelli and remaining ingredients except for the cheese. Sprinkle with the cheese after serving the pasta.

The recipe as given is good for 6 servings and each serving is no more than 200 calories making it a perfect dish for those on a strict diet.

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