Lemon Pepper Pasta
Nothing says sunshine like Lemon Pepper Pasta! This recipe is the ultimate bright and refreshing dish, perfect for when you want something simple, flavorful, and effortlessly satisfying. Built around the bold combination of citrus and spice, this pasta delivers a light yet comforting meal that comes together quickly, making it ideal for busy nights or easy entertaining.
At the center of this recipe is the bold, citrusy kick of Member’s Mark™ Lemon Pepper Seasoning, which brings the perfect balance of zesty lemon and cracked black pepper to every bite. Instead of building flavor from scratch, this seasoning blend does the heavy lifting and infuses the dish with a vibrant, well-rounded taste that feels both fresh and comforting. Paired with Member’s Mark™ Mediterranean Sea Salt, it creates a smooth, cohesive flavor that seasons the dish perfectly.
Lemon is especially perfect for spring and summer cooking, bringing a clean, citrusy freshness that naturally brightens any dish. Its acidity helps balance richer ingredients like butter, cheese, or olive oil, creating a lighter, more refreshing bite. Combined with perfectly cooked pasta, this creates a dish that feels seasonal, uplifting, and incredibly craveable.
Fun, fast, and full of flavor, Lemon Pepper Pasta is also known for being a quick, go-to meal that can come together in around 20 minutes with just a handful of ingredients. It works beautifully as a main dish or a side and pairs well with seafood, roasted vegetables, and our Rosemary Garlic Chicken Thighs.
Best of all, this recipe is versatile enough to enjoy year-round. Whether you’re cooking a light summer dinner or need a quick weeknight meal, this Lemon Pepper Pasta delivers big flavor with minimal effort, all while highlighting the quality and simplicity of Member’s Mark™ products in every bite.
Lemon Pepper Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 large Lemon
- ⅓ cup Member's Mark™ Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 12 oz Capellini pasta
- ½ stick Member's Mark™ Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter Stick
- 1 tbsp Member's Mark™ Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ½ cup Heavy cream
- Member’s Mark™ Lemon Pepper Seasoning to taste
- Member's Mark™ Mediterranean Sea Salt Grinder to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot to a boil. While waiting, finely grate the zest the 1 large lemon, set aside. Juice the lemon into a small dish and set aside.
- In a large frying pan, melt 4 tbsp of Member's Mark™ Unsalted Sweet Cream Butter and 1 tbsp of Member's Mark™ Extra Virgin Olive Oil over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted, add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and heavy whipping cream to the pan and stir occasionally. Season with Member’s Mark™ Lemon Pepper Seasoning and Member's Mark™ Mediterranean Sea Salt and stir. Let the sauce simmer for a minute or 2 until thickened. Remove the pan from heat.
- Add pasta to the boiling water and cook under al dente. Once the pasta is cooked, save ½ cup of pasta water. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce. Add saved pasta water as needed. Plate and garnish with extra lemon zest and basil. Serve and enjoy!