Description
Spring Pea and Asparagus Pasta is a delightful, vibrant dish that celebrates the best of spring with its fresh sweet peas and tender asparagus. Tossed in a creamy sauce, this pasta is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Experience the burst of flavors and colors that will elevate your dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, chopped
- 1 cup sweet peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta cooks, trim and chop the asparagus into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chopped asparagus and sweet peas to the skillet; cook until tender yet crisp (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, then stir in lemon zest and Parmesan cheese until creamy; use reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing gently to coat. Serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg