PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS LEMON AND PROSCIUTTO

Pasta With Asparagus Lemon and Prosciutto image

Provided by dicentra

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 ounce) package fresh fettuccine
2 teaspoons olive oil
asparagus (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 ounces very thin slices prosciutto, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
While pasta cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and next 4 ingredients (asparagus through salt).
Cover and cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in prosciutto; cook, uncovered, for 1 minute.
Combine asparagus mixture, pasta, and cheese in a large bowl, tossing to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.7, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 63.2, Sodium 448.9, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 14.5