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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.

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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.

    asparagus

    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.

    meyer lemons

    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 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 264 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 6 oz bow tie pasta uncooked
    • 1 Tbsp 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 Tbsp 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, 1/4 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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