Lemon Asparagus Pasta

Name: Lemon Asparagus Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: spaghetti of choice of 4 people; 2 tbsp. olive oil; 1 tbsp. vegan butter; 1 medium-sized red onion; 2 garlic cloves; 1 head of asparagus; 1/4 cup capers; 1 tsp sea salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; Zest of 1 lemon; Juice of 1 lemon; 1/2 cup nutritional yeast; 1/4 cup reserved pasta water

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings
4
Calories
325 kcal
Cuisine
Mediterranean, Vegan

Lemon Asparagus Pasta

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This fresh and creamy lemon asparagus pasta recipe combines the zest of lemon and the delicious flavor of garlic and asparagus.

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Ingredients

Servings

spaghetti of choice of 4 people around 200g
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. vegan butter
1 medium-sized red onion minced
2 garlic cloves minced
1 head of asparagus tough stems removed, and cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup capers strained
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Zest of 1 lemon around 1 tbsp. or so
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup nutritional yeast
1/4 cup reserved pasta water

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Instructions

Cook spaghetti as per instructions on the package. Make sure to generously salt the boiling water.
In a large pan, heat olive oil and butter on medium-low heat, till the butter is melted. To the pan, add the onions and garlic and cook for 5 minutes or until tender and translucent.
To the pan, add the asparagus, capers, salt, and pepper. Stir till combine and cook for another 5 minutes until asparagus becomes more tender. Now, add the lemon zest and juice. Stir again and place the lid on the pan for 2 minutes.
To the pan, add the cooked pasta, nutritional yeast, and reserved pasta water. Using tongs, stir till perfectly creamy, adding more pasta water as desired to reach your favorite consistency.
Serve immediately! Enjoy!

Notes

If you are gluten-free, use gluten-free noodles.
Add protein of choice to service.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 4 Calories 325kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 49.3g (16%) Protein 12.2g (24%) Fat 9.5g (15%) Saturated Fat 1.5g (8%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g Sodium 829.7mg (35%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 4.8g (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 325 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	4
Calories	325kcal	16%
Carbohydrates	49.3g	16%
Protein	12.2g	24%
Fat	9.5g	15%
Saturated Fat	1.5g	8%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1.5g	9%
Sodium	829.7mg	35%
Fiber	5g	20%
Sugar	4.8g	10%