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Asparagus Pesto Pasta with Burrata

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Serves: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 10 -12 oz pasta, I used Pappardelle
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 bunch asparagus, chopped into 2u0022 pieces
  • 1/4 red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup basil pesto
  • 2 cloves ,crushed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, optional
  • 8 oz burrata, cut into pieces

Garnish with

  • Crushed pistachios
  • Microgreens

Directions

  1. Cook the pasta as instructed on package. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, drain and set aside.
  2. Heat a large pan on medium heat and add in 1 tbsp of olive oil.
  3. Add in the diced onion and saute for 3-4 minutes. Add in the crushed garlic and stir together for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add in the chopped asparagus with another tbsp of olive oil. Cook on medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add in the spices, lemon zest, pesto and 1/4 cup pasta water. Mix well then stir in the pasta, add in more of the pasta water as needed. Let it cook on a low heat for a few minutes until the sauce gets absorbed. Adjust salt if needed.
  6. To serve, plate the pasta on a large platter or wide bowl. Top with the cut up burrata, microgreens, chopped pistachios and a drizzle of olive oil.