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Creamy Lemon and Asparagus Pasta Recipe

Published: Mar 4, 2014 · Modified: Oct 22, 2022 by Anna 17 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.

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Creamy Lemon Asparagus Pasta - perfect weeknight dish to welcome the Spring! Comes together in under 30 minutes!

Lemon Asparagus Pasta on a plate.

Simple dishes are sometimes exactly what you need. Light, flavorful yet still comforting.

With plenty of Spring-y, fresh flavors to shake off the cold, dark winter days.

So let's talk about a little bit about the main starts of this dish: asparagus and lemons. Both are currently in season and both came in my Door to Door Organics box. I had a feeling they would go well together in a simple pasta dish. I based this recipe on my Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta. I switched the veggies and used only milk.

This is a vegetarian meal, but you can add cooked chopped chicken or serve it along side with roasted chicken breast or piece.

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Asparagus - winter vegetable with anti-inflammatory benefits, contains antioxidants, rich in folic acid and fiber (source: Michigan Asparagus Advisory Board). And it's one of the prettiest vegetables out there.

 Meyer Lemons - a cross between regular lemons and oranges (or mandarins), which gives them more sweeter flavor and less acidic. Named after Frank Nicholas Meyer, a USDA employee who brought a sample to the U.S. from China.

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Two beautiful and healthy ingredients that complement each other so well, especially in light pasta dishes. The fresh flavors make this dish perfect for welcoming the Spring.

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Lemon Asparagus Pasta on a plate.

Creamy Lemon Asparagus Pasta

Author: Anna
Creamy Lemon Asparagus Pasta - perfect weeknight dish to welcome the Spring! Comes together in under 30 minutes!
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 264 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 6 oz bow tie pasta uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 10 to 15 pieces asparagus spears washed, trimmed, cut into 2"
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • zest from half Meyer or regular lemon
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 2 tablespoon cornstarch
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to the instructions on the package. Drain and keep warm.
  • In a large skillet, heat up oil over a medium heat.
  • Add asparagus and saute until soft, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add garlic and stir it in. Cook for 30 seconds.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together milk and cornstarch.
  • Add the milk mixture to the sauteed asparagus, gradually, ¼ of a cup at a time, stirring constantly. Let the sauce thicken before adding more milk. Repeat until you use all the milk.
  • Add lemon zest and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add pasta and toss to coat it with the sauce.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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  1. Jocelyn says

    March 11, 2014 at 1:01 am

    5 stars
    This dish is gorgeous, and it does shout springtime! 🙂 You're right about asparagus being one of the prettiest veggies!! Pinned!

    Reply
  2. Curry and Comfort says

    March 08, 2014 at 6:35 pm

    Don't you love seeing asparagus everywhere? This looks like a perfect dish to use them in. 🙂

    Reply
    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 09, 2014 at 1:21 pm

      And so pretty too! Thanks, Ramona!

      Reply
  3. Allie|Baking a Moment says

    March 08, 2014 at 5:37 pm

    5 stars
    Ooh, I love lemon + asparagus! This gorgeous dish has me craving spring! Beautiful, Anna- Pinned!

    Reply
    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 09, 2014 at 1:21 pm

      Thank you, Allie!

      Reply
  4. Kelly Senyei says

    March 07, 2014 at 5:04 pm

    This looks spectacular! Love the simplicity so the ingredients really shine!

    Reply
    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 09, 2014 at 1:21 pm

      Thank you, Kelly!

      Reply
  5. Kelly says

    March 06, 2014 at 4:39 pm

    This is perfect for spring!! Lemon and asparagus go so well together! That's actually my favorite way of eating it! Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 09, 2014 at 1:22 pm

      I love this combo! Thanks, Kelly!

      Reply
  6. Kate@Diethood says

    March 05, 2014 at 6:00 pm

    5 stars
    Literally... I *just* drooled. I LOOOOVE this creamy awesomeness!

    Reply
    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 09, 2014 at 1:22 pm

      Thanks, Kate! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Kathi @ Deliciously Yum! says

    March 05, 2014 at 1:59 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is perfect on its own - I wouldn't change a thing about it! Love, love, love these flavors. Yum!

    Reply
    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 09, 2014 at 1:22 pm

      Thank you, Kathi!!

      Reply
  8. cheri says

    March 05, 2014 at 1:39 pm

    5 stars
    I absolutely adore asparagus and always on the lookout for new recipes. Just pinned. Nice pics!

    Reply
    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 09, 2014 at 1:23 pm

      Fantastic! Thanks, Cheri!

      Reply
  9. Elizabeth Waterson says

    March 04, 2014 at 10:13 pm

    5 stars
    I absolutely love lemon and asparagus!! I would devour this pasta 🙂

    Reply
    • CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 09, 2014 at 1:23 pm

      Thanks, Elizabeth!

      Reply

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