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Creamy Tomato Asparagus Pasta

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30 min

Main

10 ingredients or less

Budget-friendly

The bright colours of this creamy dish are a feast for the eyes. This pasta is easy to prepare and simply delicious, making it a perfect weeknight dinner option. You'd never guess that there's tofu hidden in a sauce!

Servings

Total

30 min

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

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What others say


Victoria - March 16, 2025, 2:19 p.m.

Pleasantly surprised how easy and tasty it was


Maddie Hayes - Jan. 13, 2025, 2:54 p.m.

Tasty ๐Ÿ‘


Olave - Jan. 6, 2025, 12:06 a.m.

Made this with Brussels sprouts and steamed broccoli tonight and it is ridiculously good!


Gina - Dec. 16, 2024, 2:32 a.m.

Good. Not my favorite.


Patti B - Oct. 31, 2024, 3:31 a.m.

My husband went back for thirds! We did add some chili flakes to spice it up a bit - great recipe!


Riddhi Mohan - Oct. 8, 2024, 7:49 a.m.

I would love to make this pasta, but can I substitute asparagus with another vegetable? Asparagus isn't really available where I live.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Oct. 8, 2024, 2:52 p.m.

Hey Riddhi, yes you can substitute asparagus with another vegetable if you'd like! Broccoli, green beans, or zucchini are some ideas. Just adjust the cooking time as needed to ensure the veggies are tender ๐Ÿค—


Kayla - Oct. 6, 2024, 8:49 a.m.

Would recommend this one for a quick easy meal - we're thinking of adding some chilli flakes next time we make it though for a hint of spice.

PUL small logo PUL Team - Oct. 6, 2024, 9:23 p.m.

Woop woop! Thanks for the recommendations and vote of confidence, Kayla ๐Ÿซถ


Laura - June 30, 2024, 9:22 p.m.

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Margarethe - May 31, 2024, 10:06 p.m.

Lovely dish!! Added to the weekly rotation for asparagus season!!!


Don Kramer - May 14, 2024, 1:24 a.m.

Delicious! Easy to find the ingredients & make. Definitely a good weeknight option.


Carey Paquette - May 7, 2024, 12:08 a.m.

An amazing and protein-rich base sauce that I can imagine using so many different ways. Delicious!


Fauve Blouin - April 24, 2024, 1:24 a.m.

Amazing, tasty and super easy to make


Anonymous - April 13, 2024, 11:01 a.m.

Very delicious! Would recommend putting the dried herbs in a minute before the asparagus is done though as otherwise they burn very easily.


Beatriz Esteves - April 9, 2024, 10:07 p.m.

Delicious comforting food that really takes just 30 minutes to put together.


DH - March 20, 2024, 12:59 a.m.

This is so yummy!


Sensitive PNWer - March 18, 2024, 2:56 a.m.

I really appreciate the craftiness but the taste is ok.


Nikisha Budhai - March 8, 2024, 9:44 a.m.

Another winner from the PUL team. The app is just so helpful. Whilst I am a novice in the kitchen, I find that the app can be really helpful for those who aren't keen on cooking. It makes cooking fun. I also find the recipes on here are so helpful in using up leftover veggies in the fridge as well as been inventive at using ingredients differently (the silken tofu in this instance). A delicious easy pasta dish.

PUL small logo PUL Team - March 9, 2024, 12:18 a.m.

Aw this is all we could hope for, Nikisha! We're so thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the app and are excited to continue this culinary adventure together ๐Ÿค—

Nikisha Budhai - March 9, 2024, 3:13 a.m.

Just one request if u guys can look into it, a cooking mode so that the screen doesn't time out.

PUL small logo PUL Team - March 10, 2024, 12:11 a.m.

Hey Nikisha, if you press the red "make" button it will open step-by-step cooking instructions and the screen won't time out ๐Ÿ™Œ


Kelly Y - Feb. 10, 2024, 3:55 a.m.

Soo good! My 5 year old LOVED IT

Kelly Y - Feb. 10, 2024, 3:59 a.m.

We added vegan Parm too!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Feb. 10, 2024, 6:27 p.m.

Gosh we love when the little ones enjoy recipes! Thanks, Kelly ๐Ÿฅฐ


achint - Jan. 23, 2024, 7:47 p.m.

it surprised me how well the flavors came together! I loved it, it was extremely flavorful and thoughtfully put together


kaylin - Dec. 12, 2023, 4:19 p.m.

Pretty good!


Nova - Oct. 23, 2023, 8:33 p.m.

Iโ€™ve been meaning to try using silken tofu as a base for a pasta sauce for a while, it turned out great!! ๐Ÿ˜ I didnโ€™t have any shallots so I actually used 2 cloves of garlic instead and it was delicious! Also used a tbsp instead of a tsp of oregano whoopsi! Even more flavor! ๐Ÿ˜‚

PUL small logo PUL Team - Oct. 25, 2023, 2:24 a.m.

Yay we're so glad you enjoyed the pasta, Nova! ๐Ÿ˜Š


Maryann Hreha - Sept. 11, 2023, 2:32 p.m.

I only have firm Tofu will it work for this recipe ?

PUL small logo PUL Team - Sept. 11, 2023, 9:04 p.m.

Hey Maryann, we wouldn't advise it as both the taste and texture would differ quite significantly. Firm tofu is less smooth and chunky when blended, and it has a more distinct tofu taste, whereas silken tofu has a very subtle, hardly noticeable taste. If you do still want to try it, thinning it out with water might help and just keep in mind the tofu taste will be rather prominent. Do let us know if you experiment with it โ˜บ๏ธ


Courtney - July 28, 2023, 4:45 a.m.

This was really good and easy! Will save and make again :)


Sofia - July 14, 2023, 1:07 a.m.

Easy to prepare. I felt great while eating it ๐Ÿ˜Š


Stacie - July 6, 2023, 4:54 a.m.

This pasta was absolutely amazing. So creamy and delicious. I added a pinch of sugar to the sauce to counteract the sour flavor I had read in other reviews. I donโ€™t know if it did much but I thought the sauce was perfect! Plan to make again and again.


Brittany - July 2, 2023, 4:25 a.m.

Easy to throw together and thoroughly satisfying. I found the sauce a tad tart with all the tomatoes and lemon juice. Next time Iโ€™ll add a bit less lemon, or try adding something slightly sweet to counter the sour. Would definitely make again

PUL small logo PUL Team - July 4, 2023, 2:51 a.m.

Thanks so sharing your experience with the pasta, Brittany ๐Ÿ˜Š


Julia - June 30, 2023, 2:28 a.m.

Very quick and easy to put together! Filling, tasting, and delicious. Will Defo make again!


Jamie R - June 17, 2023, 4:55 a.m.

What a fresh + delicious pasta recipe! We loved it โœจ the sauce is so light + creamy - and the asparagus + cooked tomatoes are bursting with flavor! The one thing Iโ€™d love to know is if there are any substitutes for silken tofu. The first grocery store I went to didnโ€™t have it โ˜น๏ธ but I was able to find it at a different store, thankfully. Will definitely will be making this one again! ๐Ÿ

PUL small logo PUL Team - June 17, 2023, 8:13 a.m.

Awe so happy to hear, Jamie, thank you! The silken tofu helps give a creamy base to the pasta, so you could experiment with pulverized cashews soaked in warm water and blended until smooth, or you could try blending butter beans. While we haven't personally tested these alternatives, we're curious to know how they work out for you. Feel free to share your experience if you decide to give them a try. Happy cooking! ๐Ÿค—

Jamie R - Nov. 23, 2023, 7:41 p.m.

Making this for Thanksgiving today + just wanted to share that I make this all the time! At least once a month - such a crowd pleaser, fresh + unique recipe! Now when I see silken tofu in any store, I stock up ๐Ÿ˜‚ thankful for the Pick Up Limes team!

PUL small logo PUL Team - Nov. 23, 2023, 8:04 p.m.

Oh thanks so much for the update, Jamie! Love stocking up on silken tofu ๐Ÿ™Œ


Shannon Senne - June 15, 2023, 12:34 a.m.

Very good! Love the creaminess of this.


Inga - April 27, 2023, 10:19 p.m.

Easy to prepare and delicious