ROASTED GARLIC AVOCADO PASTA
Ingredients
- 3 med. zucchini, cut in half lengthwise and sliced
- 1 leek (white part only) thinly sliced, separated
- 1 med. red and yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 Chinese eggplant, cut in half lengthwise and sliced
- 3 Tbsp.balsamic vinegar, divided
- 1 Tbsp.olive oil
- 5 med. cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tsp.salt and pepper
- 8 oz.penne pasta, cooked
- ½ lb.boneless, skinless chicken, cooked and cut into cubes
- ½ cupsalt reduced, fat free chicken broth
- 1 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled and cut into 16 slices
- 1 bunch fresh basil, 1 whole leaf per serving plus additional thinly chopped leaves (optional)
Instructions
- In a large roasting pan sprayed with non-stick cooking spray, combine all vegetables.
- In a small bowl, blend 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar, oil, garlic, salt and pepper.
- Pour over vegetables and toss to coat.
- Roast in preheated 375 degrees F. oven for 45 min, stirring twice.
- Remove vegetables from oven and pour on remaining balsamic vinegar.
- In a large bowl, toss together cooked pasta, roasted garlic and vegetables, chicken, chicken broth and fresh basil (optional).
- Portion into 8 pasta bowls.
- Place two slices avocado and a fresh basil leaf on each.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
Nutrition Information per Serving
Nutrients per Serving: calories 200; protein 15g; carbohydrates 21g; total fat 6g; cholesterol 30mg; fiber 2g; sodium 300mg
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