Lemon Asparagus Pasta Primavera: A Fresh & Zesty Delight!
A refreshing and zesty pasta dish featuring lemon and asparagus, perfect for a light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add asparagus and cook for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with lemon zest and juice. Toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- This dish can be served warm or cold as a pasta salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg