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Zesty Asparagus Pasta

Compounds in asparagus can boost mood by 55 percent.

Yields

2 - 2 serving

Total Time

Cook Time

Ingredients

  • 4 oz. rotini pasta
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • trimmed, and cut on an angle into 2" pieces
  • chopped
  • 1 tsp. lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.

Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in skillet over medium heat; add asparagus and garlic. Cook 3–4 min., until tender. Add pasta, remaining oil, and zest; toss until coated. Season to taste with salt and pepper; top with cheese.

This recipe originally appeared in our print magazine

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