Lemon Asparagus Pasta (Instant Pot & Stovetop)
User Reviews
4.9
69 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
424 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Lemon Asparagus Pasta (Instant Pot & Stovetop)
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Get all the flavors of spring in a bowl with this Lemon Asparagus Pasta. Make it in the Instant Pot in just 30 minutes, and the result will be a creamy bowl of pasta, filled with fresh greens! It contains peas, asparagus, and a splash of lemon juice, creating a symphony of tangy and savory flavors. Try this delicious, vegetarian, one-pot meal tonight!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne
- 8 ounces asparagus fresh and cut into 2 inch pieces, bottom white part discarded*
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2/3 cup onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic finely diced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cups vegetable broth (only for instant pot method)
- 1/2 cup green peas frozen, I used petite green peas
- 1/2 cup cream I used heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese pecorino Romano works well too
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
To garnish:
- Parmesan Cheese grated
- red chili flakes optional
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Instructions
- (Optional) If the asparagus* you are using is thick, then saute it in 2 tablespoon olive oil in the instant pot or in a pan on stovetop for 5-8 minutes until it is tender. Take out and set aside.
- Heat the instant pot in sauté mode and add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Add onions and garlic, and sauté for a couple of minutes.
- Add the dried basil, thyme, broth and deglaze the pot making sure nothing is stuck to the bottom.
- Add the penne pasta and stir well. Make sure all the penne is covered in broth. Close lid with vent in sealing position.
- Pressure Cook the pasta on high pressure for 5 minutes. The general rule of thumb is to pressure cook pasta for 1 minute less than half the time on the pasta box.
- When the instant pot beeps, quick release the pressure manually.
- Add the asparagus* and green peas. Then stir in the cream and parmesan. Keep stirring until the cheese is incorporated well into the pasta.
- Cover the instant pot with a lid and let it sit for 5-7 minutes.
- Add lemon juice. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with parmesan and red chili flakes (if using) before serving.
Stovetop Method
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve one cup of cooking water, and then drain the pasta.
- Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat and add olive oil. Then add the onions and garlic, and sauté for a few minutes.
- Add the asparagus and green peas. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3 minutes until the asparagus is slightly tender.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan along with cream, parmesan, basil, thyme, and lemon juice. Add 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water.
- Toss to mix them all together. Add more pasta water if needed. Lemon Asparagus Pasta is ready to be enjoyed!
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Notes
- Asparagus - The asparagus I used was thin and I did not need to be sautéed to cook well with the pasta. However if your asparagus is thicker, there are 2 options –
- Penne - I used penne, but other pasta such as farfelle, bowtie or spaghetti will work well too. You can also use whole wheat penne.
- Broth - I used vegetable broth. But other broths would work just as well.
- Parmesan - I have tried this recipe with parmesan and pecorino romano. Both work great. Use cheese from a block, and not the pre-shredded one.
- Cream - I used heavy whipping cream. Feel free to adjust the quantity to make this lighter.
- Lemon: I used just lemon juice in this recipe, however don't hesitate to up the lemon flavors by adding in some zest too!
- Start the instant pot in sauté mode and sauté the asparagus for 5-8 minutes in 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil, until it is a bit tender. Then take it out and set aside. This can also be done in a pan on stovetop too if you like. This is my preference as we like firmer asparagus.
- Cook the asparagus along with the pasta. After adding all the pasta ingredients to the pot. Add the cut asparagus on top of the pasta. Do not stir. Then after the pasta is cooked, stir everything together.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
424kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
51g
(17%)
Protein
14g
(28%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Cholesterol
49mg
(16%)
Sodium
688mg
(29%)
Potassium
314mg
(9%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1214IU
(24%)
Vitamin C
7mg
(8%)
Calcium
205mg
(21%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 424 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 424kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 688mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 314mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1214IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 205mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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69 reviews
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