Penne, Spinach, Asparagus and Cashew Salad Recipe

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Penne, Spinach, Asparagus and Cashew Salad
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Directions:

  1. Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 3 minutes.
  2. Using slotted spoon, transfer asparagus to small bowl. Cool.
  3. Add pasta to same pot and cook until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain well.
  4. Transfer pasta to very large bowl.
  5. Toss with 1 tablespoon oil. Cool.
  6. Blend cup oil, green onions, vinegar and soy sauce in blender until smooth, about 2 minutes. (Asparagus, pasta and dressing can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill.)
  7. Pour dressing over pasta.
  8. Add asparagus, spinach and cashews; toss to coat.
  9. Season with salt and pepper.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 222.24 Kcal (930 kJ)
Calories from fat 153.96 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.11g 26%
Sodium 173.35mg 7%
Potassium 197.41mg 4%
Total Carbs 11.6g 4%
Sugars 3.02g 12%
Dietary Fiber 3.85g 15%
Protein 5.26g 11%
Vitamin C 4.7mg 8%
Iron 1.9mg 10%
Calcium 23.6mg 2%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 147.6 Kcal (618 kJ)
Calories from fat 102.25 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.36g 26%
Sodium 115.13mg 7%
Potassium 131.11mg 4%
Total Carbs 7.7g 4%
Sugars 2.01g 12%
Dietary Fiber 2.56g 15%
Protein 3.5g 11%
Vitamin C 3.1mg 8%
Iron 1.2mg 10%
Calcium 15.6mg 2%

* 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

  • 5.1
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

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

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