Asparagus, Snap Pea And Avocado Salad Recipe

Name: Asparagus, Snap Pea And Avocado Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: coarse salt; pepper; 1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch wedges; 1 lb sugar snap pea, strings removed; 1 lb bow tie pasta (farfalle); 4 tablespoons butter; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks; 1/2 1/2 cup fresh parsley or 1/2 cup fresh basil; 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese or 1/2 cup pecorino cheese, plus more for serving, if desired

Servings: persons

coarse salt
pepper
1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch wedges
1 lb sugar snap pea, strings removed
1 lb bow tie pasta (farfalle)
4 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 ripe avocado, halved, pitted, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
1/2 1/2 cup fresh parsley or 1/2 cup fresh basil
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese or 1/2 cup pecorino cheese, plus more for serving, if desired

1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook asparagus until bright green, about 2 minutes. Add snap peas; cook 30 seconds. With a slotted spoon or a small sieve, scoop out vegetables; transfer to a bowl.
2
Return water to a boil; add pasta and cook until al dente, according to package directions. Drain; reserving 1 cup pasta water; set pasta aside in colander.
3
In pasta pot, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add asparagus, snap peas and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing until vegetables are crisp-tender; about 2 minutes. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter, cooked pasta, avocado, herbs, cheese, and reserved pasta water. Toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with additional cheese; if desired.

1116

kcal

Calories

Fat

220

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: coarse salt, pepper, 1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch wedges, 1 lb sugar snap pea, strings removed, and more.

Yes, Asparagus, Snap Pea And Avocado Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Asparagus, Snap Pea And Avocado Salad

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