Roasted Asparagus Pasta With Garlic Butter

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4

Roasted Asparagus Pasta With Garlic Butter, a delicious and easy pasta recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	500 g green asparagus , cleaned and cut into 1 inch pieces
	3 teaspoons oil
	180 g whole wheat penne ( or use bow ties or corkscrew macaroni )
	1 tablespoon sesame seeds
	1 -3 tablespoon garlic butter ( for me 1 tbs is plenty , but adjust according to your liking )
	1/4 cup parmesan cheese , freshly grated
	1 1/2 tablespoons fresh chives , chopped
	salt and black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

352

Sugar

Fat

17g

This Roasted Asparagus Pasta With Garlic Butter recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy fresh asparagus. The nutty flavor of roasted asparagus pairs well with the rich taste of garlic butter, and the whole wheat pasta adds a chewy texture and extra boost of fiber and protein. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dinner or as a side dish for a more elaborate meal. It can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices to suit your taste.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C/ 400°F.
2.	Place the asparagus on a baking tray and drizzle with 2 teaspoons of oil. Season with salt and pepper, and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until tender and lightly browned.
3.	Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
4.	In the meantime, heat the remaining oil in a frying pan over medium heat and fry the sesame seeds until lightly golden.
5.	Add the garlic butter to the frying pan and stir until melted and fragrant.
6.	Add the cooked pasta and roasted asparagus to the frying pan, then toss to coat them with the garlic butter sauce.
7.	Reduce the heat to low, then add the parmesan cheese and chives, and stir until the cheese is melted and the pasta is well-coated. Serve hot.

PROS

This pasta recipe is quick and easy to make, and requires only a few ingredients.

It is a delicious and healthy way to eat asparagus, a nutrient-dense vegetable that is low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals.

This recipe also uses whole wheat pasta, which is higher in fiber and protein than regular pasta.

CONS

This recipe is fairly high in fat due to the use of garlic butter and parmesan cheese.
It may not be suitable for individuals with high cholesterol or who are watching their fat intake.

Some people may not enjoy the strong flavor of asparagus.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Asparagus is a great source of vitamins A, C, E, and K, as well as folate and fiber.
It also contains antioxidants that protect against cell damage and may improve heart health.
Whole wheat pasta is higher in fiber and protein than regular pasta, which can help you feel full and satisfied for longer periods of time.