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Tagliatelle with Asparagus & Peas

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A fresh and vibrant tagliatelle pasta dish with tender asparagus and sweet peas, lightly coated in olive oil, garlic, and finished with Parmesan and lemon zest.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3–4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 300g tagliatelle pasta
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces
  • 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tagliatelle until al dente according to package instructions.
  2. Trim and cut the asparagus into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Blanch or sauté the asparagus until tender but still bright green.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  5. Add asparagus and peas to the pan and cook for a few minutes to combine flavors.
  6. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the vegetables.
  8. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
  9. Stir in Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  10. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • Add a splash of cream for a richer sauce.
  • Include grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
  • Fresh herbs like basil or mint enhance the flavor.
  • Use different pasta shapes like fettuccine or penne if preferred.
  • Add chili flakes or lemon juice for extra brightness.

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