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
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tagliatelle until al dente according to package instructions.
- Trim and cut the asparagus into bite-sized pieces.
- Blanch or sauté the asparagus until tender but still bright green.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add asparagus and peas to the pan and cook for a few minutes to combine flavors.
- Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the vegetables.
- Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- 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.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg