Citrus Heat Pasta: Lemon‑Garlic Chili Oil Linguine with Herb Finish
Citrus Heat Pasta: Lemon‑Garlic Chili Oil Linguine with Herb Finish
Strain Pairing:
Super Lemon Haze (sativa‑leaning hybrid) – bright citrus, gentle herbal bite, and uplifting clarity. Perfect for a daytime meal, creative flow, or social cooking moment without couch‑lock vibes.
Terpene Focus:
Limonene – fresh, zesty, and naturally complementary to lemon, garlic, and olive oil. Keeps the dish light, aromatic, and food‑forward.
Ingredients (1–2 servings)
- 6 oz dry linguine or spaghetti
- 3 tbsp extra‑virgin olive oil
- 0.4 g Super Lemon Haze flower (for decarb & infusion)
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or basil
- Optional finish: grated Parmesan or vegan parm
Decarboxylation Instructions
- Preheat oven to 240°F (115°C).
- Lightly grind 0.4 g Super Lemon Haze.
- Spread on parchment‑lined tray.
- Bake 35–40 minutes, stirring once halfway.
- Cool completely.
Infusion Instructions (Limonene‑Infused Olive Oil)
- In a small saucepan or double boiler, gently warm 3 tbsp olive oil over very low heat.
- Add decarboxylated cannabis.
- Hold at low heat for 2 hours, never frying or bubbling.
- Strain through cheesecloth.
- Set aside; use immediately or store sealed.
Full Recipe Steps
- Bring a salted pot of water to a rolling boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a wide pan over low heat, warm 2 tbsp infused olive oil.
- Add sliced garlic and chili flakes. Cook gently until fragrant and barely golden.
- Add cooked pasta, lemon zest, and a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss to coat.
- Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and fresh herbs.
- Finish with remaining 1 tbsp infused oil for aroma and gloss.
- Plate and top with Parmesan if desired.
Bright. Savory. Clean finish. This eats like a restaurant dish—not an “edible.”
Approximate Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: ~420
- Total Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Protein: 11g
- Fiber: 3g

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