Description
A vibrant and fresh pasta dish featuring seasonal vegetables like asparagus and sweet peas, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- Pasta of your choice (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- Fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- Sweet peas (fresh or frozen)
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Juice of one lemon (approximately 2–3 tablespoons)
- Garlic, minced
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grilled chicken or shrimp (optional for added protein)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add Veggies: Toss in the asparagus and peas. Cook until the asparagus is bright green and tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate Tomatoes: Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook until they just begin to burst, releasing their juices, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season It Up: Squeeze in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together. If the mixture seems dry, add some reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Optional Protein: If you’ve chosen to include grilled chicken or shrimp, fold them into the pasta mixture now.
- Serve: Plate the pasta and garnish with lemon zest if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Great with a sprinkle of Parmesan or fresh herbs. Pair with a side salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: spring pasta, vegetable pasta, healthy pasta, easy dinner, seasonal ingredients