Nutrition Facts

  • One serving:
  • (3/4 cup)
  • Calories:
  • 164
  • Fat:
  • 11 g
  • Saturated Fat:
  • 1 g
  • Cholesterol:
  • 0 mg
  • Sodium:
  • 155 mg
  • Carbohydrate:
  • 15 g
  • Fiber:
  • 1 g
  • Protein:
  • 3 g


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Asparagus Lemon Pasta

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“This is a wonderful side dish alongside grilled meats,” shares Donna Lascher of Sun Lakes, Arizona. Summery asparagus and citrus star in the refreshing accompaniment that's ready to serve in no time flat.

SERVINGS: 8

CATEGORY: Side Dish

METHOD: Other stovetop

TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Beau Monde seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel

Directions:

Cook pasta according to package directions, adding asparagus during the last 6 minutes; drain and rinse in cold water. Transfer to a large serving bowl.
    In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Serve or refrigerate. Yield: 8 servings.


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