Pasta aux Asperges

Pasta aux Asperges is a vibrant and fresh vegan dish that combines al dente pasta with tender asparagus and a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. This simple yet elegant dish captures the essence of French cuisine while being entirely plant-based.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine) - 150 grams
• Fresh asparagus - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Nutritional yeast - 3 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, trim the woody ends off the asparagus and cut the spears into 2-inch pieces.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until they are tender but still crisp.
5. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the asparagus.
6. Pour in the lemon juice and sprinkle the nutritional yeast over the pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from asparagus, promoting healthy vision and immune function.
• High in fiber, which aids in digestion and helps maintain a healthy weight.

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