Asparagus Snap Pea And Avocado Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing pasta salad bursting with fresh asparagus, sweet snap peas, creamy avocado, and a touch of cheesy goodness! This easy 30-minute recipe from Everyday Food magazine is perfect for a light lunch, weeknight dinner, or a potluck contribution. Get ready to impress with this delicious and healthy pasta salad.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 497.2 kcal

Protein 36g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asparagus Snap Pea And Avocado Salad

Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
1 pound asparagus
1 cup sugar snap peas
1 pound bow tie pasta
4 tablespoons butter
2 cloves minced garlic
1 ripe avocado, diced
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
1 cup reserved pasta cooking water, plus more as needed
1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, or dill)

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How to Make Asparagus Snap Pea And Avocado Salad

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound asparagus and cook until bright green, about 2 minutes.
Add 1 cup snap peas to the boiling water and cook for 30 seconds.
Remove asparagus and snap peas with a slotted spoon and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and maintain vibrant color.
Return the boiling water to the pot. Add 1 pound pasta (your choice of shape) and cook according to package directions until al dente.
Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
Set the cooked pasta aside in a colander.
In the same pot, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the blanched asparagus and snap peas, along with 2 cloves minced garlic.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook, tossing occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.
Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, the cooked pasta, 1 ripe avocado (diced), 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, or dill), 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and the reserved pasta water.
Toss everything together until well combined. Add more pasta water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, topped with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

40g

Carbs

22g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Asparagus Snap Pea And Avocado Salad?

Asparagus Snap Pea And Avocado Salad takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Asparagus Snap Pea And Avocado Salad?

Asparagus Snap Pea And Avocado Salad has approximately 497.2 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Asparagus Snap Pea And Avocado Salad?

The key ingredients for Asparagus Snap Pea And Avocado Salad are Coarse Salt, Pepper, Asparagus, Sugar Snap Pea, Bow Tie Pasta, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.