Linguine with Asparagus Lemon Parsley

Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and flavorful Linguine with Asparagus, Lemon, and Parsley! This simple yet sophisticated dish combines tender linguine and crisp asparagus with a zesty lemon and garlic-infused olive oil sauce, perfectly balanced by a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan and fresh parsley. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or an elegant but effortless dinner. A hint of optional red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, making this dish both comforting and refreshing. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for springtime or any occasion that calls for a light, lemony pasta dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz linguine
• 1 lb asparagus
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.25 cup parsley, chopped
• 0.33 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, trim the tough ends off the asparagus and cut the stalks into 1-inch pieces.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the asparagus is tender-crisp.

Step 5

Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another 1 minute to combine the flavors.

Step 6

Add the cooked linguine to the skillet along with 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together to coat the pasta with the lemony sauce, adding more pasta water as needed to loosen it.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped parsley and grated parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(975.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1166.9

Total Fat 54.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 26.4mg	0%
Sodium 2859.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 12.2g
Protein 43.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 603.6mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 1737.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 45.0%