Creamy Corn and Basil Pasta

There are those recipes that sound a little unexpected… and then completely deliver. This creamy corn pasta with basil is exactly that. Sweet summer corn gets blended into a silky, naturally creamy sauce that coats every strand of Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti for a dish that feels indulgent but stays light.

It’s bright, herby, a little spicy, and finished with lemon for that perfect pop. Basically, the kind of meal you make once and immediately add to your weekly rotation.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This is comfort food that doesn’t weigh you down. The sauce gets its richness from corn and a touch of butter instead of heavy cream, and using Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti keeps it lower in calories and higher in fiber than traditional pasta dishes.

It’s also:

• Quick enough for a weeknight
• Packed with fresh, seasonal flavor
• Easy to customize with herbs or protein
• Deceptively simple but tastes restaurant-level

Ingredients:

• 8 oz Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 scallions, trimmed and sliced (whites and greens separated)
• 2 cups fresh corn kernels
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• ⅓ cup torn basil or mint
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Fresh lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and reserve ½ cup of the pasta water.
2. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the scallion whites with a pinch of salt and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
3. Add ¼ cup water and all but ¼ cup of the corn. Let it simmer until the corn is tender and heated through, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper, then transfer everything to a blender and purée until completely smooth.
4. In the same skillet, melt the butter over high heat. Add the reserved ¼ cup corn and cook until tender and slightly golden.
5. Pour the corn purée back into the pan and cook for about 30 seconds to bring everything together.
6. Reduce heat to medium. Add the cooked pasta and half of the reserved pasta water, tossing to coat. Let it cook for about a minute, adding more pasta water as needed until the sauce reaches a silky consistency.
7. Stir in the scallion greens, parmesan, basil, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt and pepper. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to brighten everything up.

Tips for the Best Texture

Don’t skip reserving the pasta water. That starchy liquid is what helps the sauce cling to the noodles and creates that glossy, restaurant-style finish.

Blend the corn mixture until completely smooth. This is what gives you that creamy texture without needing heavy cream.

Add the pasta water gradually. You want the sauce to loosen just enough to coat, not become watery.

Easy Ways to Switch Things Up

• Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein
• Swap basil for mint for a slightly sweeter, more refreshing twist
• Stir in spinach or zucchini for extra veggies
• Top with extra parmesan and cracked black pepper for a more savory finish

This is one of those “how is this so simple but so good?” recipes. Sweet corn, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lemon transform a pantry staple into something that feels elevated, while Fiber Gourmet Light Spaghetti keeps it aligned with your everyday goals.

Creamy, fresh, and just the right amount of indulgent without overdoing it.