Description
A vibrant and flavorful pasta dish featuring fresh asparagus, zesty lemon, and creamy burrata, perfect for warm gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine or fettuccine pasta
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 8 ounces burrata cheese, torn into chunks
- Fresh basil leaves or parsley, chopped (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the linguine or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions, usually for about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the Asparagus: Trim asparagus and cut into 2-inch pieces.
- Sauté the Garlic and Asparagus: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until aromatic, about 1-2 minutes. Add asparagus pieces and cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Incorporate Lemon: Stir in lemon zest and juice, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Combine Pasta and Asparagus: Add the drained pasta to skillet, toss to combine. Add reserved pasta water gradually if more moisture is needed.
- Finish with Burrata: Transfer pasta to serving dishes and top with torn burrata.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish with herbs, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a smoky flavor, try grilling the asparagus. Substitute burrata with ricotta or feta if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg