Orecchiette with Asparagus, Green Beans and Lemon Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 oz orecchiette pasta
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orecchiette according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Add the asparagus and green beans to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until they are slightly tender but still have a little crunch.
4. Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the veggies and toss everything together to combine.
5. Add the lemon juice and zest to the pan and stir well to incorporate.
6. Remove the pan from the heat and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta and veggies. Toss again to combine.
7. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the top of the pasta and veggies and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Verdict and Serving Suggestions

This Orecchiette with Asparagus, Green Beans and Lemon recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy the fresh flavors of springtime in a simple and satisfying pasta dish. The tender green veggies are the perfect complement to the chewy pasta and tangy lemon and Parmesan cheese. This recipe serves 4 and would be great as a main dish or a side dish to grilled chicken or fish. Enjoy!