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Fresh Lemon Asparagus Pasta with Creamy Burrata

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A quick and easy spring-inspired pasta dish featuring tender asparagus, bright lemon, and creamy burrata cheese for a fresh and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine pasta
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus (about 1 pound), trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 ball creamy burrata cheese (about 4 ounces)
  • A handful fresh basil leaves, torn
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Salt generously. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, rinse and trim asparagus. Cut into 2-inch pieces.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add asparagus and cook 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green.
  4. Add lemon zest and juice to the pan. Sprinkle in red pepper flakes if using, and season with salt and pepper. Stir and let flavors marry for a minute.
  5. Add drained pasta to the skillet. Pour in about 1/2 cup reserved pasta water and toss over low heat to create a light sauce. Adjust with more water if needed.
  6. Divide pasta among serving bowls. Tear burrata and place on top of each serving.
  7. Scatter torn basil leaves over the pasta and finish with extra black pepper or grated Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Let burrata sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for best creamy texture. Avoid overcooking asparagus to keep it tender-crisp. Save some pasta water to create a silky sauce without cream. Fresh asparagus is preferred but frozen can be used if thawed and drained well.

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