Ingredients
- Asparagus – 1 bunch
- Green peas – 1 cup
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Garlic – 2 cloves
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
- Parmesan cheese – 1/4 cup
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Pasta – 8 ounces
- Fresh herbs – for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the asparagus by trimming the ends.
- Boil water and cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add asparagus and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add green peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the pan.
- Mix in lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh asparagus and peas for best flavor.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes.
- This dish can be served warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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