Pasta with Lemon Walnut Alfredo Sauce

Name: Pasta with Lemon Walnut Alfredo Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups California walnut pieces, divided; 1/2 cup water; 1 cup milk; 1 tablespoon flour; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon kosher or sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 oz. cream cheese; juice and finely grated zest of 1 lemon; 8 oz. dry fettuccine; 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese; 6 cups lightly packed baby spinach leaves; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:25min

This pasta recipe adds a secret protein-boost to traditional Alfredo sauce. The tangy lemon, walnut and cheese mixture tossed with pasta and spinach creates a creamy dish.

Updated at: Sat, 25 Oct 2025 08:33:59 GMT