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Zesty Lemon Asparagus Pasta

A fresh and creamy pasta dish featuring tender asparagus and bright lemon flavors, perfect for a quick and elegant meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Spring
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zest
  • 1 lemon juice
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • Grater

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta until al dente and reserve pasta water.
  2. Sauté asparagus in olive oil until tender-crisp.
  3. Cook garlic, then add cream and simmer.
  4. Add lemon zest, juice, and parmesan cheese.
  5. Combine pasta and asparagus with sauce.
  6. Adjust consistency with pasta water and season to taste.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor and avoid overcooking asparagus.