Lemon Asparagus Pasta with Pine Nuts
Bring the bright flavors of spring to your table in just 15 minutes! This Lemon Asparagus Pasta features crisp tender asparagus and buttery toasted pine nuts tossed in a zesty garlic lemon sauce. It is a light, elegant, and healthy meatless meal that is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a gourmet dinner without the effort.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound pasta
- 1/2 pound fresh asparagus cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, toast pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add olive oil to the same skillet. Sauté garlic and asparagus for about 4 minutes until tender crisp.
- Transfer cooked pasta directly into the skillet with asparagus.
- Turn off heat. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Stir well to coat, sprinkle with toasted pine nuts, and serve immediately.