ASPARAGUS, SNAP PEA AND AVOCADO SALAD

Asparagus, Snap Pea and Avocado Salad image

Provided by carolinafan

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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 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

Steps:

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.
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.
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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.2, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 91.5, Sodium 214.1, Carbohydrate 67.4, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 3.9, Protein 18.3