Spaghetti with Asparagus, Shiitake Mushrooms, Lemon, and Chives

Vegetarian
Health score
17%
Spaghetti with Asparagus, Shiitake Mushrooms, Lemon, and Chives
45 min.
6
455kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with this exquisite Spaghetti with Asparagus, Shiitake Mushrooms, Lemon, and Chives. A vibrant, vegetarian recipe that promises to tantalize your taste buds, this dish is the perfect blend of flavors and textures. Ideal for a side dish, lunch, main course, or main dish, it offers versatility in meal planning while delivering consistent satisfaction.

Crafted with care, this recipe features a harmonious medley of ingredients. Start with the earthy, nutty shaved Asiago cheese, adding a touch of luxury to every bite. The fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into delightful pieces, brings a crisp, slightly sweet, and tender essence to the dish. Paired with the meaty, savory shiitake mushrooms, each mouthful is a symphony of umami goodness. The zesty lemon juice and fragrant lemon peel introduce a refreshing, tangy note, perfectly balanced by the subtle sweetness of the chives. A hint of extra-virgin olive oil and butter ensures a rich, silky sauce that coats the spaghetti in a luscious embrace.

Preparing this dish is a breeze, taking only 45 minutes to transform into a feast for the senses. It serves 6, making it a crowd-pleaser for family dinners, gatherings, or simply a cozy night in. With a caloric content of 455 kcal per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence.

Dive into a world where every ingredient counts, and every step in the recipe is a step closer to culinary bliss. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a budding enthusiast, this Spaghetti with Asparagus, Shiitake Mushrooms, Lemon, and Chives is your next adventure in the kitchen. Embrace the flavors, savor the moment, and enjoy a dish that's as beautiful to present as it is to eat.

Ingredients

  • ounces asiago cheese shaved
  • pound asparagus ends trimmed
  • tablespoons butter divided
  • 0.3 cup chives fresh chopped
  • pound mushroom caps fresh stemmed sliced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 cup shallots thinly sliced ( 4)
  • 12 ounces pasta like spaghetti 
  • 1.8 cups vegetable stock 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook spaghetti in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  2. Drain.
  3. Transfer pasta to large wide bowl.
  4. Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter with oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add shallots; sauté 1 minute.
  6. Add shiitake mushrooms; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sauté shiitake mixture until soft, about 6 minutes.
  7. Add lemon juice; cook 1 minute.
  8. Add broth and lemon peel. Bring to boil, then reduce to medium and simmer until liquid is reduced by half, about 6 minutes.
  9. Add asparagus to mushroom mixture; simmer until asparagus turns bright green, about 2 minutes.
  10. Add chives and remaining 2 tablespoons butter and stir until butter melts. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
  11. Pour sauce over pasta; toss to coat. Top with shaved Asiago and serve.
  12. *Available at some supermarkets, and at Italian markets and specialty food stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories455kcal
Protein15.65%
Fat35.8%
Carbs48.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.5
Glycemic Load
19.87
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.037391310153%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.73mg
Hesperetin
2.17mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
4.42mg
Kaempferol
1.22mg
Quercetin
10.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:455.33kcal
22.77%
Fat:18.51g
28.47%
Saturated Fat:8.74g
54.64%
Carbohydrates:56.47g
18.82%
Net Carbohydrates:50.36g
18.31%
Sugar:7.48g
8.31%
Cholesterol:32.92mg
10.97%
Sodium:651.39mg
28.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.2g
36.4%
Selenium:46.5µg
66.43%
Manganese:0.88mg
44.13%
Phosphorus:378.66mg
37.87%
Vitamin K:39µg
37.14%
Calcium:268.69mg
26.87%
Fiber:6.12g
24.46%
Vitamin B3:4.76mg
23.79%
Vitamin A:1173.11IU
23.46%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.36%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.32%
Copper:0.44mg
22.17%
Folate:72.53µg
18.13%
Vitamin B5:1.77mg
17.67%
Potassium:616.48mg
17.61%
Magnesium:70.15mg
17.54%
Zinc:2.61mg
17.42%
Iron:3.13mg
17.39%
Vitamin C:13.87mg
16.82%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.04%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.55%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
4.04%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.65%
Source:Epicurious