Name: Asparagus, Snap Pea, and Avocado Pasta
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Coarse salt and ground pepper -; 1 lb. asparagus -; 1 lb. sugar snap peas -; 1 lb. bow-tie pasta (farfalle) -; 4 tbsp. butter -; 2 clove garlic -; 1 ripe avocado -; 1/2 c. chopped fresh mint, parsley, or basil -; 1/2 c. shredded Parmesan or pecorino cheese -

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Ingredients for - Asparagus, Snap Pea, and Avocado Pasta

1. Coarse salt and ground pepper -

2. 1 lb. asparagus -

3. 1 lb. sugar snap peas -

4. 1 lb. bow-tie pasta (farfalle) -

5. 4 tbsp. butter -

6. 2 clove garlic -

7. 1 ripe avocado -

8. 1/2 c. chopped fresh mint, parsley, or basil -

9. 1/2 c. shredded Parmesan or pecorino cheese -

How to cook deliciously - Asparagus, Snap Pea, and Avocado Pasta

1. Stage

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. Stage

Return water to a boil; add pasta and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water; set pasta aside in colander.

3. Stage

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.Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.