Linguine with Asparagus
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful Linguine with Asparagus, a quick and easy pasta recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Tender linguine pairs beautifully with sautéed asparagus and a zesty lemon-garlic sauce, creating a light yet satisfying meal. A touch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, while creamy Parmesan cheese melts into the pasta for a perfectly balanced finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan wonder uses staple ingredients like olive oil, fresh garlic, and parsley to elevate its springtime appeal. Serve this delectable dish warm and garnish with extra Parmesan for an elegant touch your family and friends will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine
- 1 lb asparagus
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
- to taste salt
- to taste ground black pepper
- 1 cup pasta water
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the linguine.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the asparagus by trimming off the tough ends. Cut the asparagus into 1- to 2-inch pieces.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the asparagus is tender and bright green.
Lower the heat and stir in the cooked linguine. Add lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and asparagus evenly.
Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, adding more pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.2 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 835 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.7 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 307 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
