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Lemon and Artichoke Pasta is easy to make and has a bright flavor.

Lemon and Artichoke Pasta

A bright and easy pasta dish filled with artichokes, asparagus, and tomatoes.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. asparagus cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 4 c. bow tie pasta
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil divided
  • 1 can 14 oz. water-packed quartered artichoke hearts, drained
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 c. cherry tomatoes halved
  • 3/4 c. feta cheese
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley minced
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh oregano minced
  • 3 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 c. parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 2 minutes. Remove the asparagus and drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry.
  • Cook the bow tie pasta according to the package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water. Return pasta to hot pan.
  • In a large skillet, heat half the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the artichokes and cook for 3-4 minutes or until they begin to brown.
  • Add in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the asparagus, feta cheese, tomatoes, parsley, oregano, lemon juice, and the remaining oil. Toss to combine. Add enough pasta water to coat the pasta.
  • Heat this mixture until hot. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
  • Serve with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Adapted from Taste of Home