Summer spaghetti with arugula and lemon pesto: the fresh, lactose-free recipe you'll love

Summer is the perfect time to lighten up your cooking. And when the heat kicks in, you need ideas that are fresh, quick, and light. If you are lactose intolerant, finding the right combination of taste and well-being can seem complicated. But don’t worry: today we are bringing a first course to your table that is surprisingly simple and full of flavor.

These spaghetti with arugula, almond, and lemon pesto are a modern alternative to traditional pesto, perfect for those following a plant-based or dairy-free diet. You will be won over by their natural creaminess, the aromatic note of lemon, and that slightly bitter touch of arugula that makes them... irresistible.

Let's take a look at the recipe:

Ingredients for 2 people

To make this recipe you only need a few ingredients, all easy to find and 100% plant-based:

• 180g gluten-free spaghetti (made from corn, rice, or legumes)
  
  
• 50g fresh arugula
  
  
• 30g peeled almonds
  
  
• 1 organic lemon (we will use the juice and zest)
  
  
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  
  
• One garlic clove (optional, for a bolder touch)
  
  
• Salt and pepper
  
  
• Pasta cooking water (as needed for emulsifying)
  

Preparation

Start by cooking the pasta in plenty of salted water. Meanwhile, prepare the pesto. Simply blend together the arugula, almonds, extra virgin olive oil, the juice of half a lemon, and, if desired, a clove of garlic. Add salt and pepper to taste. If the mixture is too thick, you can thin it out with a few tablespoons of the pasta cooking water: it will help you achieve a perfectly creamy consistency without using any dairy.

When the spaghetti is al dente, drain it and toss it immediately with the pesto. Mix well and brighten with the grated lemon zest. The result? A first course with a fresh, citrusy, and surprisingly balanced flavor.

The extra touch

If you want to make it even more interesting, you can add confit cherry tomatoes, desalted capers, or toasted pine nuts. But even in its basic version, this dish is easy to love for its simplicity.

And the lactose?

There is none here. But we know well that between appetizers, multiple courses, and "surprise" desserts, the risk for those who are intolerant is always just around the corner. That’s why you should always carry Lactosolution 15000 with you, the ally that saves you even when lactose is hiding where you least expect it.

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The ideal summer recipe

This dish is perfect enjoyed hot right after cooking, but also cold the next day, as a pasta dish to take to the office, to the beach, or on a picnic. It’s fast, healthy, colorful, and light. But above all: it’s designed for those who don’t want to give up on taste, even with lactose intolerance.

Have you tried this recipe or are you already familiar with it? Tell us your version on Instagram and tag @lactosolution. And if you’re looking for other fresh, healthy, and lactose-free ideas... stay tuned to our blog. There are plenty more coming.