Avocado Basil Pasta

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces bow tie pasta or 8 ounces wagon wheel macaroni
  • 2 medium avocados, halved,seeded,peeled and coarsely chopped
  • 6 slices bacon, crisp cooked,drained and crumbled
  • 2/3 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded pecorino romano cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. Drain.
  3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine the avocados, bacon, basil, lemon juice,olive oil, garlic, pepper, and salt.
  4. Add the hot pasta and toss to combine.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl.
  6. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

644 kcal 32% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 19.8g 40% DV
Total Fat 46g 59% DV
Carbs 49.7g 18% DV
Fiber 18.5g 66% DV
Sugar 2.4g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10246.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1274.3mg 27% DV
Cholesterol 25.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 21mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 2.8mg 3% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 694mg 53% DV
Iron 26.8mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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