Easy Lemon Parmesan Pasta with Turkey Bacon for Busy Nights
A quick and delicious pasta dish that combines the zesty flavors of lemon and the savory taste of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add olive oil and garlic to the skillet, sauté for 1 minute.
- Add lemon juice and zest, then stir in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper, toss to combine.
- Top with crumbled turkey bacon and fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables to the pasta for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams