Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 can sardines in olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 lemon, zested
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic.
- Once the garlic is fragrant, add the sardines, lemon juice, lemon zest, and capers.
- Stir to combine and let cook for a couple of minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together.
- Remove from heat and mix in the chopped parsley.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes.
- Use whole wheat spaghetti for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg