One-Pan Lemon Dill Pasta with Asparagus
A bright, herbaceous pasta dish featuring tender asparagus and fresh dill in a simple lemon-herb sauce. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 35 minutes pairs linguine, olive oil, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz linguine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 12 oz, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces asparagus
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 2 tbsp, grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz linguine and cook for 8 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz trimmed asparagus pieces to the skillet and cook for 4 minutes until crisp-tender, then stir in 1/2 cup vegetable broth and 2 tbsp lemon juice, simmering for 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Step 4: Add the drained linguine to the skillet along with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, tossing to coat; cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens.
- Step 5: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh dill and season with salt and pepper to taste; remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pan Lemon Dill Pasta with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pan Lemon Dill Pasta with Asparagus?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep linguine from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Lemon Dill Pasta with Asparagus?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pan Lemon Dill Pasta with Asparagus for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pan Lemon Dill Pasta with Asparagus?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My family devoured this one-pan wonder. So quick and healthy for weeknights!
- ★★★★★
Loved it! The lemon and dill made the pasta so fresh, and the asparagus was perfectly tender.
- ★★★★☆
4 stars because it was delicious but the asparagus took longer than expected to cook.
