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This summer fettuccine is packed with asparagus, lemon, garlic, and parm for a delicious meal made in 30 minutes or less! #summerrecipe #fettuccine #30minmeal #easydinner frostingandfettuccine.com
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Fettuccine with Asparagus, Lemon, and Shaved Parmesan

This delicious and summer friendly fettuccine with asparagus, lemon, and shaved parm can be on your table in 30 minutes or less!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. box fettuccine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 ½ lbs. fresh asparagus, cleaned, and cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 1 medium sized lemon, zested, then juiced
  • Shaved Parmesan to taste
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add pasta and cook according to package directions, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water before draining.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat, add the minced garlic, and saute for 2 minutes until golden and fragrant.
  • Add in the asparagus and saute 3-5 mins until cooked through.
  • Add a pinch of salt, the lemon juice, and zest.
  • Add in the cooked pasta, and then the reserved pasta water, and mix thoroughly to combine.
  • Turn off the heat and top the pasta with shaved parmesan cheese and serve warm.
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