Creamy Asparagus Pasta
Creamy Asparagus Pasta pairs tender-crisp asparagus with a light, silky cream sauce lifted by a splash of fresh lemon. The bright citrus and gentle garlic complement the sweet green bite of asparagus, coating long strands of linguine for a balanced, comforting plate. Ideal for a springtime dinner or a simple weeknight meal that still feels special.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Cook the asparagus in the boiling water until bright green and slightly crisp, 3 to 4 minutes; drain.
- 2
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the asparagus and the garlic in the hot butter for 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the cream and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- 3
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the linguine in the boiling water until tender yet firm, 8 to 10 minutes; drain and transfer to a serving dish.
- 4
Stir the lemon juice into the asparagus mixture; pour the mixture over the hot pasta.
- Calories 376.34 kcal Moderate
- Protein 10.11 g Good Source
- Carbs 50.77 g Moderate
- Total Fat 15.64 g High
- Saturated Fat 8.13 g High
- Trans Fat 0.38 g High
- Cholesterol 43.08 mg Moderate
- Sodium 44.15 mg Low Source
- Fiber 4.72 g Moderate
- Sugar 4.74 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 137.9 mg Moderate
- Iron 3.27 mg Moderate
- Potassium 333.14 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 93.24 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 15.74 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.65 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten