Spaghetti with Grilled Scallions Recipe

Name: Spaghetti with Grilled Scallions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 bunches of scallions (about 20), trimmed; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; Salt; 2 jalapenoshalved, seeded and thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1/2 pound spaghetti; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; Freshly ground black pepper; Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Servings: persons

3 bunches of scallions (about 20), trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Salt
2 jalapenoshalved, seeded and thinly sliced
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 pound spaghetti
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

1
Light a grill or heat a large grill pan.
2
Drizzle the scallions with olive oil and season lightly with salt.
3
Grill over high heat until nicely charred and just tender, about 2 minutes per side.
4
Coarsely chop the scallions.
5
In a large deep skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
6
Add the jalapenos and cook over moderate heat until starting to brown, about 3 minutes.
7
Stir in the chopped scallions, then add the lemon zest, lemon juice and mustard.
8
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the spaghetti until al dente.
9
Drain the pasta, reserving 3/4 cup of the cooking water.
10
Add the spaghetti and the reserved pasta cooking water to the skillet and toss well.
11
Add the butter, season with salt and pepper and toss again.
12
Transfer the spaghetti to bowls and serve, passing the grated cheese at the table.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 bunches of scallions (about 20), trimmed, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling, Salt, 2 jalapenoshalved, seeded and thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Spaghetti with Grilled Scallions falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spaghetti with Grilled Scallions

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