PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS, GOAT CHEESE, AND LEMON

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Asparagus, goat cheese, and lemon combine to make this lovely and simple spaghetti dish that I often make in the summer. It is super easy and ready in about 15 minutes, so it's a great recipe for dinner midweek or a fast weekend lunch.

Provided by wiebke

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Spaghetti Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
½ pound asparagus, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 ounces chevre (soft goat cheese), crumbled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or more to taste
½ lemon, zested and juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, for 9 minutes. Add asparagus to the pot. Continue cooking until spaghetti is tender yet firm to the bite, about 3 minutes. Drain spaghetti and asparagus, reserving some cooking water.
  • Combine goat cheese, olive oil, basil, and lemon zest in a large bowl. Add hot spaghetti, asparagus, and 2 tablespoons of cooking water; mix well. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Serve with Parmesan cheese sprinkled on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 688 calories, Carbohydrate 91.9 g, Cholesterol 26.8 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 310.1 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Aphin Oli
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I can't wait to make this dish again!


Nasir Aamir
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so simple, but so flavorful.


Lokmanali Saiima
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nazakat Gondal
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This dish was a hit with my family. Even my picky kids loved it!


ibrahim ifat
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I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pasta dishes.


Antor Sorkar
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The lemon zest added a nice brightness to the dish.


Pamela Edwards
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The goat cheese sauce was rich and creamy, without being too heavy.


Kentereaki Carter
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The asparagus was cooked perfectly - tender but still with a bit of a bite.


Attt Khan
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I would definitely make this dish again. It's a keeper!


Andre Manickum
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Gasefele Seithamo
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I wasn't sure about using goat cheese in a pasta dish, but I'm glad I tried it. It was delicious!


The Mackneys
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The lemon zest really brightened up the flavors. It was a great way to add a touch of freshness.


Kyqsai
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I loved the addition of goat cheese. It gave the dish a nice tang and richness.


Texas Hotshot
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Easy to follow recipe and the results were amazing! The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Sumaira Sabir
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This pasta dish was a delightful burst of flavors. The combination of asparagus, goat cheese, and lemon created a perfect balance of savory and tangy.