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Fresh Lemon Asparagus Pasta

Yield: 4 servings
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Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. uncooked penne pasta
  • 1 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup low sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons light cream cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the penne according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
  • During the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the asparagus to the pasta pot. Drain both together.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in the broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and light cream cheese. Whisk until smooth.
  • Add the cooked pasta and asparagus to the skillet. Toss to coat. Add a little reserved pasta water if needed to create a silky sauce.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan and parsley.
  • Season with salt and black pepper.

Notes

NUTRITION INFORMATION:
1 of 4 servings
291 calories, 6g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 218 mg sodium, 48g total carbs, 4g dietary fiber, 3g sugars, 12g protein (myfitnesspal.com)