🍋 Lemon Pepper Pasta (Bright, Creamy & Ready in Minutes)

This silky Lemon Pepper Pasta is creamy, bright and full of fresh citrus flavour. The warmth of Lemon Pepper blends beautifully with the cream and lemon, creating a smooth sauce that coats every strand of pasta.

It’s quick enough for busy weeknights yet special enough for cosy evenings when you want something comforting and vibrant.

🥣 Ingredients for Lemon Pepper Pasta

• 250g pasta (linguine, tagliatelle or spaghetti)
• 1 tbsp olive or rapeseed oil
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 150ml double cream or oat cream
• 1.5 tbsp Lemon Pepper
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil, parsley or rocket for serving
• Optional: grated parmesan or nutritional yeast

⏱ Prep & Cook Time

• Prep time: 5 minutes
• Cook time: 12 minutes

👩🍳 How to Make Lemon Pepper Pasta

1. Cook the pasta according to packet instructions.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the cream, lemon zest and Lemon Pepper.
5. Simmer gently for 2 minutes, then add the lemon juice.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Drain the pasta, reserving a small cup of cooking water.
8. Toss the pasta into the sauce, adding a splash of pasta water to loosen if needed.
9. Serve topped with herbs and optional parmesan.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

• Add grilled chicken or halloumi for extra protein
• Serve with roasted veg or a crisp green salad
• Add peas, spinach or asparagus for colour
• Top with toasted breadcrumbs for crunch

✨ Tips & Variations

• More creaminess: Add a spoonful of cream cheese to the sauce.
• Extra zing: Add extra lemon zest or juice to taste.
• Dairy-free: Use oat cream and nutritional yeast instead of parmesan.
• Spicier version: Add a pinch of chilli flakes.

💛 Why You’ll Love This Lemon Pepper Pasta

This pasta is creamy, bright and wonderfully uplifting. The aromatic citrus notes in Lemon Pepper bring the whole dish to life, making it both comforting and refreshing in every bite.

🛒 Buy Lemon Pepper

Bring this recipe to life with our handcrafted Lemon Pepper Spice Blend.

👉 Buy Lemon Pepper

More Recipes Using Lemon Pepper

Find more zesty inspiration on our Recipe Page.

💛 Stay Connected

Want fresh new ideas every week? Follow us on Facebook for Lemon Pepper recipes and flavour inspiration.

👉