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Charred Asparagus & Lemon Butter Tortellini

This easy Charred Asparagus & Lemon Butter Tortellini recipe is a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings 3

Ingredients

  • 1 package cheese tortellini frozen or refrigerated
  • 1 bunch asparagus or about 8 large spears, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp lemon-infused olive oil
  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • Juice and zest of ½ lemon
  • Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp toasted pine nuts
  • 2 tbsp toasted walnuts roughly chopped
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Instructions

  • Cut asparagus into 1–2 inch pieces. Heat a skillet until hot, then add the asparagus. Char for a few minutes until golden in spots and tender-crisp. Lower the heat and sprinkle with salt.
  • Boil the tortellini according to the package directions. Before draining, reserve about ¼ cup of the pasta water for the sauce.
  • Add the butter and lemon-infused olive oil to the skillet with asparagus. Once melted, stir in the lemon juice and a touch of zest. Let the flavors come together over medium heat.
  • Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet. Gently toss to coat in the lemon butter sauce. If needed, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to help the sauce cling.
  • Stir in the toasted pine nuts and walnuts. Season everything generously with salt and black pepper.
  • Serve immediately, topped with fresh Parmesan and an optional drizzle of lemon olive oil. Enjoy it solo, or with a crisp salad and a glass of wine.