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Lemon Pasta with Asparagus and Pine Nuts

 
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Lemon Pasta with Asparagus and Pine Nuts Lemon Pasta with Asparagus and Pine Nuts Lemon Pasta with Asparagus and Pine Nuts

You will not only love the bright colour of this dish, but also love the fragrant flavour. Use whole wheat pasta to add extra fibre. Enjoy!

Yield

4

servings

Prep

15

min

Cook

20

min

Ready

35

min

Low Cholesterol, Trans-fat Free, Good source of fiber
 

Ingredients

1 pound asparagus
fresh
6 ounces pasta, penne
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon zest
grated, about 2 lemons
cup lemon juice
fresh
salt and black pepper
to taste
*
½ cup roasted red bell peppers
coarsely chopped, optional
3 tablespoons pine nuts
toasted
8 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
fresh, shaved

Directions

Trim asparagus and steam until tender-crisp, 3 to 4 minutes.

Cut into 1-inch lengths.

Cook pasta, drain and place in a warmed, large serving bowl; toss with oil.

Add asparagus, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, roasted peppers (if using) and pine nuts.

Gently toss to mix.

Add cheese and toss; taste and adjust seasonings.

Serve immediately.

 

* not incl. in nutrient facts

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 177g (6.2 oz)
Amount per Serving
Calories 20846% of calories from fat
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 16%
Saturated Fat 3g 13%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Sodium 157mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 7g 7%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Sugars g
Protein 19g
Vitamin A 30% Vitamin C 58%
Calcium 15% Iron 20%
* based on a 2,000 calorie diet How is this calculated?

 

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