Lemon Asparagus Pasta (Instant Pot & Stovetop)

Name: Lemon Asparagus Pasta (Instant Pot & Stovetop)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 ounces Penne; 8 ounces Asparagus (fresh and cut into 2 inch pieces, bottom white part discarded*); 2 tablespoon Olive Oil; 2/3 cup Onion (diced); 4 cloves Garlic (finely diced); 1/2 teaspoon Dried Basil; 1/4 teaspoon Dried Thyme; 2 cups Vegetable Broth ((only for instant pot method)); 1/2 cup Green peas (frozen, I used petite green peas ); 1/2 cup Cream (I used heavy whipping cream); 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (pecorino Romano works well too); Salt and pepper (to taste); 1 tablespoon Lemon juice; Parmesan cheese (grated ); Red Chili Flakes (optional)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:25min

Get all the flavors of spring in a bowl with this Lemon Asparagus Pasta. Make it in the Instant Pot in just 30 minutes, and the result will be a creamy bowl of pasta, filled with fresh greens! It contains peas, asparagus, and a splash of lemon juice, creating a symphony of tangy and savory flavors. Try this delicious, vegetarian, one-pot meal tonight!

Updated at: Fri, 15 May 2026 08:28:24 GMT