Lemon Pasta with Asparagus and Pine Nuts

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Lemon Pasta with Asparagus and Pine Nuts

Recipe By : Felicia Pickering - EAT-L
Serving Size : 2 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Pasta Vegetables
Meatless Main Dishes

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 lb fresh asparagus
6 oz penne
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest -- about 2 lemons
1/8 cup fresh lemon juice
salt and freshly ground black pepper -- to taste
1/2 cup coarsely chopped roasted red peppers -- optional
3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
8 tablespoons shaved fresh Parmesan cheese

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.





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Per serving: 91 Calories; 7g Fat (62% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 7g
Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; 3mg Sodium