Spring Asparagus Noodle Skillet with Lemon and Herbs
This recipe brings together tender green asparagus with al dente pasta in a creamy, lemony sauce. It's the perfect tribute to spring, bringing light enjoyment to your plate. Quick to prepare and full of flavor!
Preparation
15 min.
Cook / Bake
20 min.
Servings
2
Calories
650 kcal
Ingredients
for 2 servingsAmounts are automatically adjusted.
- 250 gSpaghetti or other long pastaGluten
- 500 gGreen asparagus
- 1 tbspOlive oil
- 1 mediumShallot(finely chopped)
- 2 clovesGarlic(minced)
- 120 mlVegetable broth
- 120 mlHeavy cream
- 1Lemon(zest and juice)
- 30 gParmesan cheese(freshly grated)Milch
- 2 tbspFresh parsley(chopped)
- 1 tbspFresh chives(chopped)
- 1 pinchSalt(to taste)
- 1 pinchBlack pepper(freshly ground, to taste)
Instructions
Cook the pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup (120 ml) of the pasta cooking water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the asparagus. Wash the asparagus, snap off the woody ends, and cut the spears into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces. If the lower part of the asparagus is thick, you might want to peel it lightly.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute 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.
Pour in the vegetable broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Stir in the lemon zest and about half of the lemon juice.
Add the cooked and drained pasta to the skillet with the asparagus and sauce. Toss everything together, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if the sauce seems too thick.
Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, and chives. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add more lemon juice if you prefer a brighter flavor.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs and a sprinkle of Parmesan, if desired. Enjoy your delicious spring asparagus noodle skillet!
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Nutrition per serving
Calories
650 kcal
Protein
25 g
Carbohydrates
70 g
Fat
30 g
Fiber
8 g
Recipe on TomTaste: https://tomtaste.com/recipe/spring-asparagus-noodle-skillet-with-lemon-and-herbs
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