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Lemon Asparagus Pasta
A light and refreshing pasta dish with lemon and asparagus.
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Preparation Time:
10
minutes
mins
Cook Time:
15
minutes
mins
Total Time:
25
minutes
mins
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Italian
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
350
kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1
lb
asparagus
trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
8
oz
pasta
your choice
2
tablespoon
olive oil
3
cloves
garlic
minced
1
lemon
zested and juiced
¼
cup
Parmesan cheese
grated
Salt and pepper
to taste
red pepper flakes
optional, for a bit of heat
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add asparagus to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Add cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to combine.
Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, with additional Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired.
Nutritional Value
Calories:
350
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
45
g
|
Protein:
12
g
|
Fat:
12
g
|
Saturated Fat:
3
g
|
Cholesterol:
10
mg
|
Sodium:
150
mg
|
Potassium:
400
mg
|
Fiber:
5
g
|
Sugar:
4
g
|
Vitamin A:
500
IU
|
Vitamin C:
20
mg
|
Calcium:
150
mg
|
Iron:
3
mg
Keywords
Asparagus, Lemon, Pasta
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