Lemon and Asparagus Linguine

A light and refreshing pasta dish perfect for spring. The tangy lemon and crisp asparagus complement each other perfectly in this easy, quick meal.

Ingredients - Serves 4

Cook the linguine according to the package instructions. Add the asparagus for the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the cooked linguine and asparagus to the skillet. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, until everything is well combined and heated through.
Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately, with extra Parmesan cheese on top if desired.