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Asparagus, Salmon, and Basil Pasta





Yields
Serves 4



Prep Time
30 mins

Spiral-shaped pasta such as fusilli is perfect with this quick, creamy sauce. Serve the dish right away—the pasta absorbs the sauce as it stands.

Asparagus, Salmon, and Basil Brown-Rice Fusilli




Photo: Leo Gong; Styling: Randy Mon
 10 ounce brown rice fusilli or other fusilli
 1 tablespoon olive oil
 1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed, cut in 1-in. pieces
 2 garlic cloves, minced
 1 cup half-and-half
 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
 4 ounces smoked salmon, torn into pieces
 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  Salt
Step 1
1

Cook fusilli as package directs. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and garlic and stir-fry until asparagus is just tender-crisp, about 2 minutes. Pour in half-and-half, broth, and pepper. Bring to a boil and cook until liquid is slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Mix in salmon, basil, and pasta to coat. Add salt to taste.

Step 2
2

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 428Calories from Fat 24
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g17%

Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
Cholesterol 37mg13%
Sodium 263mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 59g20%

Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
Protein 15g30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.