As winter fades into spring, our bodies naturally crave lighter, fresher meals to detox and rejuvenate after months of hearty comfort food. This transitional shift calls for vibrant, seasonal ingredients that celebrate the new season.
Here's a simple, expert-approved recipe to bring spring flavors to your table: Spaghetti with Asparagus and Orange. Serves 4.
10 green asparagus spears
1 orange
4 tablespoons olive oil
300g spaghetti
100g grated Parmesan
Salt, pepper
Trim the asparagus ends and cut spears in half. Peel the orange and cut into supremes. Sauté asparagus in olive oil in a pan for 10 minutes until tender-crisp.
Bring salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti al dente. Drain, then add to the pan with Parmesan and orange pieces. Toss and heat for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Enjoy immediately!
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