Best 7 Asparagus Turkey Pasta Toss Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Asparagus Turkey Pasta Toss, a delightful dish that combines the vibrant crunch of asparagus, the savory richness of turkey, the comforting embrace of pasta, and a vibrant medley of seasonings. This culinary masterpiece is not only a treat to the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, with its vibrant green asparagus spears, tender turkey morsels, and colorful bell peppers dancing in a sea of perfectly cooked pasta. Alongside this main course, embark on a culinary journey with our delectable side dishes. Delight in the creamy richness of our Asparagus and Pea Risotto, where tender asparagus and sweet peas harmoniously blend with Arborio rice in a creamy Parmesan sauce. Experience the vibrant flavors of our Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Salad, where roasted red peppers, tangy feta cheese, crisp cucumbers, and fresh herbs unite to create a refreshing and flavorful accompaniment. And for a sweet ending, indulge in the decadence of our Chocolate Mousse, a velvety and rich mousse that will transport you to dessert heaven.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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Many terrific recipes change hands at my ladies' bridge group's monthly get-togethers. That's where I discovered this zippy, tempting dish. The garlic, asparagus, Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes create an irresistible taste combination. -Jean Fisher, Redlands, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 to 3 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 pound mostaccioli or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in oil and butter for 1 minute. Add the asparagus, salt and pepper; saute until asparagus is crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir in cheese. Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

FETTUCCINE WITH ASPARAGUS



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Finding a 30-minute dish that's elegant enough for a dinner party is no simple task, but this warm-weather pasta is one to fit the bill. It is gleefully easy to put together. Just toss slices of blanched asparagus with a tangle of cooked fettuccine slicked with butter. Shower with grated Parmesan and serve.

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 fresh asparagus spears, about 1/2 pound
10 ounces fresh fettuccine or 3/4 pound dried fettuccine
2 tablespoons butter
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil or parsley
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground pepper and salt to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
  • Cut off tough ends of asparagus spears. Cut each on the bias into 1-inch lengths. There should be about 1 1/2 cups. Rinse well and drain.
  • Add the asparagus to the boiling water and cook about 2 minutes. Remove asparagus with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Drop the fettuccine into salted boiling water. Let cook to desired degree of doneness (cooking time will range from about 2 to 2 1/2 minutes for fresh pasta to 9 minutes or more for dried). Reserve 2 tablespoons cooking water. Drain the pasta.
  • Heat the butter in the pot in which the pasta was cooked. Add the asparagus pieces and the fettuccine. Add salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add the reserved 2 tablespoons of cooking water and basil. Toss to blend. Serve hot with Parmesan cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 324, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

TATER AND ASPARAGUS TOSS



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 strips bacon, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
4 fingerling potatoes (about 1/2 pound), sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 scallions, chopped
1 (1 pound) bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 lemon, zested

Steps:

  • In a saute pan over medium-high heat, add the bacon and cook until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate. Add the butter to the remaining bacon fat and add the potato slices. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Saute until crisp on one side, and then toss and cook on the other side until crispy. Add the onions, garlic, scallions and asparagus. Season again gently with salt. Continuously toss until the asparagus are bright green and tender, but still crunchy, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle the lemon juice and zest over top. Toss in the reserved bacon and serve warm.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS-PASTA TOSS



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I have not tried this yet but it was passed to me and looks very good. Serve this with grilled chicken breasts or diagonally slice the grilled chicken into strips and arrange them atop the servings of pasta.

Provided by Kikimony

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 ounces penne rigate (about 4 cups)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 dash fresh ground pepper, to taste
1 dash salt, to taste
1 lb thin asparagus spear, diagonally cut into 2 inch long pieces
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons lemons, zest of
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
fresh ground pepper, for garnish (optional)
crumbled feta cheese, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400° F.
  • Cook Penne in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and return to pot.
  • While the penne is cooking, combine the oil, pepper, and salt in a medium bowl; Add the asparagus and toss.
  • Place the asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet; Roast in the preheated oven, tossing or stirring the asparagus several times, until it is tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes: (If the asparagus is very thin, reduce the cooking time by several minutes and check often to prevent burning.).
  • While the penne and asparagus are cooking, combine the chicken broth, butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat; Heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted.
  • Add the asparagus and pine nuts to the pasta and toss.
  • Gently toss in the chicken broth mixture over medium heat just until heated through.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  • Toss in the chives just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.7, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 270.6, Carbohydrate 70.7, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 16.4

TURKEY SAUSAGE AND PASTA TOSS



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I like to cut out the fat in my recipes as much as I can, being a diabetic I have to watch what I eat but I do not want to cut out flavor. This is a healthy alternative to pork or beef. This is a quick one dish meal that's good and filling.

Provided by donna clark @donnacl

Categories     Turkey

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounce(s) uncooked penne pasta
1 can(s) ( 14 oz ) no-salt - added stewed tomatoes
6 ounce(s) turkey kielbasa or smoked turkey sausage, cut into 1/4 inch slices
2 cup(s) ( 1 nch ) fresh asparagus pieces or broccoli florets
2 tablespoon(s) reduced fat pesto
2 tablespoon(s) grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting the salt.
  • Meanwhile, heat tomatoes in a medium saucepan, add turkey kielbasa. Stir in asparagus and pesto, cover and simmer about 5-6 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
  • Drain the pasta, toss with tomato mixture and sprinkle with cheese.

PASTA WITH SMOKED TURKEY AND ASPARAGUS



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Make and share this Pasta With Smoked Turkey and Asparagus recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nabiha

Categories     Vegetable

Time 27m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

350 g pasta
450 g asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup low-fat milk
8 ounces chunk smoked turkey, diced
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water for 7 minutes, stirring occasionally .
  • Add the asparagus and carrots, cook for another 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender and pasta is cooked al-dente.
  • Meanwhile, make the sauce: Bring the stock and onion to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered for 4-5 minutes until onion is soft.
  • Whisk flour into milk until smooth. Stir into simmering broth mixture, return to a simmer and cook 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly , until slightly thickened.
  • Reduce heat to low, add turkey and stir until heated through.
  • Remove from heat, add mustard and butter and stir until the butter has melted.
  • Drain pasta and vegetables; return to pot. Add sauce and toss to mix.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.7, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 885.6, Carbohydrate 87.1, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 11.1, Protein 29.9

TURKEY ASPARAGUS CASSEROLE



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Convenient frozen asparagus lends bright color and garden flavor while a sprinkling of french-fried onions provides a yummy crunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (10 ounces) frozen cut asparagus
2 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/4 cup water
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook asparagus in a small amount of water for 2 minutes; drain. Place in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with turkey. Combine soup and water; spoon over turkey. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with onions. Bake 5 minutes longer or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 800mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh asparagus. Fresh asparagus is more flavorful and has a better texture than canned or frozen asparagus.
  • Trim the asparagus properly. Cut off the tough, woody ends of the asparagus spears. You can also use a vegetable peeler to remove the outer layer of the spears if desired.
  • Cook the asparagus until it is tender-crisp. Overcooked asparagus is mushy and bland. Cook it just until it is bright green and tender when pierced with a fork.
  • Use a good quality pasta. The type of pasta you use will make a difference in the final dish. Use a pasta that is made from high-quality durum wheat and that has a good shape for holding the sauce.
  • Don't overcook the pasta. Pasta should be cooked al dente, which means that it is still slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta is mushy and bland.
  • Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what will bring all the flavors of the dish together. Use a sauce that is made with fresh ingredients and that has a good balance of flavors.
  • Serve the dish immediately. Pasta is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will ensure that the pasta is hot and the flavors are at their best.

Conclusion:

Asparagus turkey pasta toss is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is made with fresh asparagus, turkey, pasta, and a creamy sauce. The dish is flavorful, satisfying, and healthy. It is also a great way to use up leftover turkey. If you are looking for a new pasta dish to try, asparagus turkey pasta toss is a great option.

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