Description
Roasted Asparagus and Mushroom Carbonara is a delightful pasta dish that beautifully combines creamy sauce, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant asparagus. Perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare yet impressive enough to wow your guests. With its rich flavors and comforting texture, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss asparagus and mushrooms with olive oil, salt, and pepper on the baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente (about 8 minutes).
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the spaghetti; combine hot pasta with roasted vegetables in a large bowl.
- Pour egg mixture over the pasta and vegetables while tossing continuously, adding reserved pasta water gradually until creamy.
- Serve immediately topped with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 200mg