Description
A light and refreshing pasta dish with asparagus and a hint of lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add asparagus and cook until tender.
- Mix in lemon juice and zest.
- Combine cooked spaghetti with the asparagus mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Notes
- Use whole grain pasta for a healthier option.
- Add cherry tomatoes for extra color.
- Can substitute asparagus with other vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: asparagus, lemon, pasta, vegetarian, quick meal