Shrimp and Asparagus Lemon Pasta
A light and flavorful pasta dish featuring fresh shrimp, tender asparagus, and a zesty lemon sauce, perfect for a springtime meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine or spaghetti)
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic in olive oil over medium heat for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Cook the asparagus in the skillet for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Incorporate the lemon zest and juice, along with the cooked pasta. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Don’t overcook the shrimp to keep them juicy and tender. Adjust lemon juice and seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 160mg