Dr. Nandi’s Asparagus, Snap Pea, & Avocado Pasta

Dr. Nandi’s Asparagus, Snap Pea, & Avocado Pasta

  • Coarse salt and ground pepper
  • 1 lb. asparagus (ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths)
  • 1 lb. sugar snap peas (strings removed)
  • 1 lb. bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
  • 4 Tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 ripe avocado (halved, pitted, peeled, and cut into 1/2-inch chunks)
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint (parsley, or basil)
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan or pecorino cheese (plus more for serving, if desired)
  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook asparagus until bright green, about 2 minutes.
  2. Add snap peas; cook 30 seconds.
  3. With a slotted spoon or a small sieve, scoop out vegetables; transfer to a bowl.
  4. Return water to a boil; add pasta and cook until al dente, according to package instructions.
  5. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water; set pasta aside in colander.
  6. In pasta pot, melt 2 Tbsp butter over medium heat.
  7. Add asparagus, snap peas, and garlic; season with salt and pepper.
  8. Cook, tossing, until vegetables are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.
  9. Add remaining 2 Tbsp butter, cooked pasta, avocado, herbs, cheese, and reserved pasta water.
  10. Toss to combine; season with salt and pepper.
  11. Serve topped with additional cheese, if desired.

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