Speedy Asparagus Pasta with Creamy Lemon-Yogurt Sauce

Name: Speedy Asparagus Pasta with Creamy Lemon-Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 Portionen
Ingredients: 250 g Spaghetti or other long pasta; 500 g Green asparagus; 1 tbsp Olive oil; 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 tsp Lemon zest; 2 tbsp Lemon juice; 150 g Plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat); 50 ml Vegetable broth; 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped); 1 pinch Salt (to taste); 1 pinch Black pepper (to taste); 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated, for serving (optional))

This quick pasta dish brings spring to your plate in no time. Tender green asparagus meets a light, creamy lemon-yogurt sauce that's perfect for busy weeknights. A fresh delight that's ready in under 30 minutes!

25 min. · Active ~ 25 min.

2 servings

Easy

Speedy Asparagus Pasta with Creamy Lemon-Yogurt Sauce

Preparation

10 min.

Cook / Bake

15 min.

Servings

Calories

480 kcal

Ingredients

for 2 servings

For

servings

Amounts are automatically adjusted.

250 gSpaghetti or other long pastaGluten
500 gGreen asparagus
1 tbspOlive oil
2 clovesGarlic(minced)
1 tspLemon zest
2 tbspLemon juice
150 gPlain Greek yogurt(full-fat or low-fat)
50 mlVegetable broth
1 tbspFresh parsley(chopped)
1 pinchSalt(to taste)
1 pinchBlack pepper(to taste)
tbspParmesan cheese(grated, for serving (optional))Milch

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the asparagus. Wash the asparagus and snap off the woody ends. Cut the spears into 1-inch pieces. If the asparagus is thicker, you can blanch it for 2-3 minutes in the pasta water before adding it to the pan.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp. You want them to retain a slight bite.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vegetable broth until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Drain the cooked pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the asparagus.
Pour the yogurt sauce over the pasta and asparagus. Toss gently to coat everything. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Stir in the fresh chopped parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

💡 Tipp

For a richer sauce, you can add a tablespoon of butter or a splash of heavy cream along with the yogurt. If you don't have green asparagus, white asparagus can be used, but it will require peeling and potentially a longer cooking time. This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened too much.

Nutrition per serving

Calories

480 kcal

Protein

23 g

Carbohydrates

68 g

Fat

13 g

Fiber

7 g

Recipe on TomTaste: https://tomtaste.com/recipe/speedy-asparagus-pasta-with-creamy-lemon-yogurt-sauce

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