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Lemon Asparagus Penne

A light and zesty pasta dish perfect for springtime.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. 3. Add asparagus to the skillet and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir in lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. 5. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Asparagus, Lemon, Pasta
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