There’s something about the bright, zesty flavor of lemons that instantly lifts my spirits! Here are my favorite lemon recipes that bring sunshine to any day.
Lemon Garlic Chicken
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 3 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, zest, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour any remaining marinade over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Servings
This recipe serves 4.
Nutrition Info
Approx. 320 calories per serving.
Lemon Blueberry Muffins
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- ¾ cup milk
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg, then add milk, oil, lemon zest, and juice.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed, then fold in the blueberries.
- Fill the muffin cups ¾ full and bake for 20 minutes or until golden.
Servings
This recipe yields 12 muffins.
Nutrition Info
Approx. 180 calories per muffin.
Lemon Basil Pasta
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Toss in the cooked spaghetti and basil, mixing well to coat.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Servings
This recipe serves 4.
Nutrition Info
Approx. 320 calories per serving.
Final Thoughts
I hope these zesty lemon recipes brighten your day as much as they do mine! Whether it’s a savory dish or a sweet treat, lemons always bring a refreshing twist. Happy cooking!