Asparagus Pesto Pasta Recipe

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Asparagus Pesto Pasta
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Directions:

  1. Prepare pasta according to package directions. When ready, drain and then toss with remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Meanwhile, combine asparagus, basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, pecans, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a blender or food processor and process until smooth.
  3. Serve asparagus pesto over prepared pasta.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 460.05 Kcal (1926 kJ)
Calories from fat 219.64 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 24.4g 38%
Cholesterol 5.5mg 2%
Sodium 101.53mg 4%
Potassium 430.2mg 9%
Total Carbs 49.86g 17%
Sugars 4.64g 19%
Dietary Fiber 5.33g 21%
Protein 13.58g 27%
Vitamin C 7.2mg 12%
Iron 4.5mg 25%
Calcium 120.8mg 12%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 226.8 Kcal (950 kJ)
Calories from fat 108.28 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.03g 38%
Cholesterol 2.71mg 2%
Sodium 50.05mg 4%
Potassium 212.08mg 9%
Total Carbs 24.58g 17%
Sugars 2.29g 19%
Dietary Fiber 2.63g 21%
Protein 6.7g 27%
Vitamin C 3.6mg 12%
Iron 2.2mg 25%
Calcium 59.6mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 10.4
    Points
  • 13
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • low cholesterol,
  • good source of fiber

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