Asparagus and Mushroom Pasta
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
318 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Asparagus and Mushroom Pasta
Description
This pasta recipe features bowtie pasta cooked al dente and tossed with sautéed asparagus cut into bite-sized pieces and white mushrooms. The vegetables are cooked in butter and olive oil to balance richness and fruitiness, then seasoned with minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and black pepper for a bright, savory flavor.
The lemon juice adds freshness that cuts through the butter, while garlic deepens the savory notes. Adding some hot pasta water before combining helps the sauce coat the pasta evenly. Optionally, freshly grated Parmesan adds a garlicky, umami-rich touch to complete the dish.
This pasta makes a straightforward, vegetable-forward meal suitable for a light lunch or dinner. It highlights seasonal asparagus and mushrooms and requires short cooking times to preserve the vegetables' texture and flavor. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of textures and the bright lemon aroma.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta uncooked
- 1/2 pound asparagus ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces white mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- lemon approx. 2 tablespoons, juice of half
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Parmesan Cheese optional but recommended, to taste, freshly grated
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta al dente according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, in a skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Cut the asparagus into roughly 1.5" pieces. Add the asparagus to the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes (depending on thickness of asparagus).
- Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook for a few minutes, until the mushrooms are softened.
- Add the garlic, lemon juice, and salt and pepper. Stir and cook for a couple more minutes. Prior to draining the pasta, you can add a few tablespoons of the hot pasta water to the skillet if desired. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss until combined. Serve immediately with freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 318 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 318kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 53mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 433mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 604IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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