By Elena Johnson As the weather heats up in the summer, I start preparing more fresh salads and light, vibrant dishes. This Summertime Pasta combines delicate angel hair with a lemony sauce loaded with fresh herbs and snow peas – though you could use any green vegetable that cooks quickly such as asparagus, broccoli, or zucchini. Pair this recipe with a side salad or grilled asparagus for a quick and easy meal. Summertime Pasta Summertime Pasta 6 – 8 servings 1 medium onion, finely chopped 5 garlic cloves, minced 3 tablespoons olive oil ¾ pound snow peas, halved and ends removed 1 pound angel hair pasta Juice of 1 lemon Zest of half a lemon ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil over medium-low heat until onion becomes translucent. Add snow peas and cook approximately 3 minutes, until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. When snow peas are cooked, turn off heat and stir in lemon juice, zest, chives, basil, salt, and pepper. Add pasta and toss well to coat. Adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lemon, oil, salt, or pepper to taste. About the Author Elena Johnson Elena Johnson is a second-generation Filipino American living in Baltimore, MD. As a vegan chef and caterer she has been reinventing her family’s recipes and sharing them with friends, relatives, and those interested in vegetarian cooking. Elena is also the Read More …
