Description
Creamy Lemon Asparagus Pasta is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines tender asparagus with a luscious lemon cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this pasta dish comes together quickly and is packed with fresh flavors. Each bite is a delightful balance of creaminess and zest, making it a memorable culinary experience that you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese (preferably fresh)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté asparagus and garlic until tender but crisp (about 5 minutes).
- Lower heat and add heavy cream, lemon zest, and juice. Stir until well combined; add reserved pasta water gradually for desired consistency.
- Mix in grated parmesan until melted and creamy; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine drained pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately with additional parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg