Simple, creamy, and loaded with lemon and veggies, and is perfect for dinner tonight.
Hey there, fellow pasta lovers!
Today, I want to share my latest obsession: lemon alfredo pea pasta. It’s the perfect dish for when you want something light, fresh, and bursting with flavor. Imagine this: tender pasta mingling with sweet, bright green peas, all coated in a creamy lemon sauce. Sounds dreamy, right?
So, let’s talk about why this dish is a game-changer. First off, it’s ridiculously easy to whip up. We’re talking about a meal that comes together in the time it takes to cook your pasta. Seriously, you can go from starving to satisfied in less than 20 minutes. Plus, it’s a one-pot wonder, which means fewer dishes to wash—a win in my book.
Secondly, there’s something about that citrusy tang that just screams summer. It brightens up the whole dish and makes every bite feel like a little burst of sunshine. The leeks, fennel, and then there are the peas. I love how their sweetness of the peas pairs with the tartness of the Trader Joe’s Limone Alfredo Sauce. Plus, they add this gorgeous pop of color that makes the dish look as good as it tastes.
Another reason I adore this lemon alfredo pea pasta is its versatility. Feeling like you need a protein boost? Throw in some grilled chicken or shrimp. Want to keep it vegetarian? A handful of toasted pine nuts or a sprinkle of feta cheese can add a nice touch. The dish is so versatile, you can really make it your own based on what you’re craving or what you have available.. You can even add a handful of fresh herbs—basil, parsley, or mint all work beautifully. It’s one of those recipes that you can tweak based on what you have in the fridge or what you’re in the mood for.
So, next time you’re in need of a quick, delicious dinner, give lemon pea pasta a try. It’s simple, vibrant, and oh-so-satisfying. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you!
PrintLemon Alfredo Pea Pasta
Ingredients
Bow tie pasta
1 stalk of leek
1 stalk of fennel
3/4 to 1 cup of peas
1 jar of Trader Joe’s Limone Alfredo Sauce
Instructions
- Chop leek and fennel in small pieces
- In a large skillet, add olive oil, warm
- Add leeks and fennel to warmed olive oil, simmer
- In a separate med sized pot add water and bring to a boil
- Generously add salt to the boiling water (this is the only time you’ll get to flavor the pasta)
- Add 1/2 a package of Bow tie pasta (cook according to package directions)
- Scoop approximately 1/2-to 3/4 cup of salty water from the pot, set aside
- Drain the rest of the pasta
- Add pasta to the skillet with fennel and leeks
- Add Jar of Limone Alfredo
- Add peas
- Add salty pasta water
- Stir together
- Serve