Asparagus Angel Hair Pasta

Rating: 4.22 stars
90 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 48
  • 4 star values: 24
  • 3 star values: 12
  • 2 star values: 2
  • 1 star values: 4

I whipped this up one evening for dinner and was amazed how delicious it turned out! Somewhat unusual combination, but you will LOVE it...I know my kids and I sure did!

By BRENDAJST

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Recipe Summary

prep:
10 mins
cook:
20 mins
total:
30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

8
Original recipe yields 8 servings
The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

Directions

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add angel hair pasta, cook for 5 to 6 minutes, until al dente; drain and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent stickiness.,

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  • Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and cook the garlic for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the asparagus and tomatoes, stirring to coat. Pour in the broth, and continue cooking uncovered 10 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender, but still bright green.

  • Place the pasta in a large bowl, and toss with the asparagus and tomato mixture. Season with dill and pepper. In a separate bowl, mix the avocados, lime juice, and garlic powder together until blended.

  • Serve pasta with a dollop of the avocado mixture, and top with shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
377 calories; protein 11.9g; carbohydrates 40.6g; fat 20.1g; cholesterol 14.8mg; sodium 216.3mg. Full Nutrition
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BRENDAJST
Rating: 5 stars
07/30/2003
Just a note to mention that the recipe for some reason includes draining the asparagus and tomato mixture after it is cooked until tender....but you are NOT supposed to drain it otherwise you will have some VERY dry pasta;) Not sure why the error is there but that is not how I originally wrote it:) Read More
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LikestocookLinda
Rating: 2 stars
07/30/2003
While the flavour of this was nice it was way to watery. I tried to add cornstarch for thickening but while boiling it down my asparagus ended up over cooked. I suppose you could remove the veggies before thickening. I won't make it again. Read More
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(10)
90 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 48
  • 4 star values: 24
  • 3 star values: 12
  • 2 star values: 2
  • 1 star values: 4
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BRENDAJST
Rating: 5 stars
07/30/2003
Just a note to mention that the recipe for some reason includes draining the asparagus and tomato mixture after it is cooked until tender....but you are NOT supposed to drain it otherwise you will have some VERY dry pasta;) Not sure why the error is there but that is not how I originally wrote it:) Read More
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Cori Zuder Westfield
Rating: 5 stars
11/24/2003
This is by far the best meal I have made. I did do some variations. I boiled my pasta in chicken broth. I fryed the asparagus and tomatoes with some white wine also. I did add more chicken broth with the veggies. The avacado with lime was excellent!!!A must try meal everyone loves. Read More
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Betty Risk
Rating: 4 stars
07/30/2003
This recipe came through yesterday as the recipe of the day. I read it and immediately decided to try it. I prepared it exactly as the recipe called for and found it delicious. It was not watery and I brought it to work today and even reheated in the microwave with no problem..this will be a "keeper" as my husband says. Read More
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MAMCHATTIN
Rating: 5 stars
07/30/2003
This is a great summertime dish. My husband & I loved it! I did make a few changes...added a little extra garlic powder to avacado mixture as well as some salt for a boost. Also instead of using the cheese as a topping I put it in with the pasta while it was warm so it was melted throughout the dish...delicious! Thanx for this recipe Brendajst! Read More
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LikestocookLinda
Rating: 2 stars
07/30/2003
While the flavour of this was nice it was way to watery. I tried to add cornstarch for thickening but while boiling it down my asparagus ended up over cooked. I suppose you could remove the veggies before thickening. I won't make it again. Read More
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Ms. Chef Esh
Allstar
Rating: 5 stars
01/20/2005
Wonderful and easy recipe, sure to impress everyone. I used half chicken broth, half white wine (Sauvignon Blanc). Additionally, I threw in about a half pound of shimp...perfect main course dinner! Read More
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ammarinello
Rating: 5 stars
04/08/2011
surprisingly very yummy!! followed the recipe with the exception of the dill at the end and sauteed the veggies with crushed red pepper. so good. Read More
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GUZ66
Rating: 4 stars
06/11/2003
Recipe quick and easy but bland so I added bacon bits to it and it really made a delicious difference. I also added some basil and sundried tomato. Next time I'll add some onion while cooking the garlic. And I skipped the avocado mix altogether and topped it with shredded parmesean cheese. A healthy dinner! Read More
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mbb
Rating: 5 stars
10/13/2010
Add artichoke hearts mushrooms black olives and shrimp to make a one-dish meal Read More
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