Lemon Garlic & Asparagus Pasta
A light lemon butter pasta made with fresh garlic, ghee, and asparagus. A perfect summer meal in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp ghee
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
- 4 lemon slices 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 cup chopped asparagus
- 1/2 lb cooked pasta of your choosing
Instructions
- Cook the pasta to al dente, or package instructions. In another pan, start by adding a tablespoon of ghee in a pan on medium heat. Add the 4 lemon slices and them brown (this adds great flavor). Once both sides are browned, add in the rest of the ghee, olive oil, lemon juice & zest, garlic, basil, and seasonings. Leaving out the pasta and asparagus.
- Steam the asparagus by adding a few tablespoons of water to a pan with a lid. Let steam until tender and water is evaporated. Add the asparagus to the pasta and mix well. Garnish with sauteed lemons and enjoy!