Lemon Pasta With Asparagus And Pine Nuts Recipe

Name: Lemon Pasta With Asparagus And Pine Nuts
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh asparagus; 6 ounce penne; 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 2 tsp grated lemon zest, about 2 lemons; 1/8 c. fresh lemon juice salt and freshly grnd black pepper, to taste; 1/2 c. coarsely minced roasted red peppers, optional; 3 Tbsp. toasted pine nuts; 8 Tbsp. shaved fresh parmesan cheese

by Global Cookbook

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Servings: 2

Ingredients

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1 lb fresh asparagus
6 ounce penne
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp grated lemon zest, about 2 lemons
1/8 c. fresh lemon juice salt and freshly grnd black pepper, to taste
1/2 c. coarsely minced roasted red peppers, optional
3 Tbsp. toasted pine nuts
8 Tbsp. shaved fresh parmesan cheese

Directions

Trim asparagus and steam till tender-crisp, 3 to 4 min. Cut into 1-inch lengths. Cook pasta, drain and place in a warmed, large serving bowl; toss with oil. Add in asparagus, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, roasted peppers (if using) and pine nuts. Gently toss to mix. Add in cheese and toss; taste and adjust seasonings. Serve immediately.

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Amount Per Serving	%DV
Serving Size 274g
Recipe makes 2 servings
Calories 558
Calories from Fat 178	32%
Total Fat 20.62g	26%
Saturated Fat 5.18g	21%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 18mg	6%
Sodium 315mg	13%
Potassium 572mg	16%
Total Carbs 71.99g	19%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	21%
Sugars 5.88g	4%
Protein 23.05g	37%

Lemon Pasta With Asparagus And Pine Nuts Recipe

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