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Jamie Johnson
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FETTUCCINE WITH CALIFORNIA AVOCADO-DIABETIC DIET
Categories
- Diabetic,
- Vegetarian
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Preparation
0 min
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Cook Time
0 min
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Total Time
0 min
Recipe Provided By the California Avocado Commission
Ingredients
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2.000
2
Tbsp.
Olive oil
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0.250
¼
cup
Sherry wine vinegar
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0.500
½
cup
Fresh basil, chopped
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0.500
½
cup
Green onions, chopped
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1.000
1
cup
Sweet green pepper, diced
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1.250
1 ¼
cups
Sundried tomatoes, diced
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1.000
1
medium California avocado, diced
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1.000
1
lb.
Dried fettuccine noodles (or any dried pasta)
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine the olive oil, vinegar, basil, green onions, sundried tomatoes, and half of the California avocado.
- Toss ingredients well so they are evenly coated with the oil and vinegar.
- Cook pasta in boiling water for 6 minutes or until "al dente."
- Drain pasta and pour in salad bowl with the other ingredients while the pasta is still hot.
- Toss together and serve immediately, using the remaining California avocado as a garnish on top of the pasta.
- Serving Suggestions
- Serve with 2-3 oz of lean meat and additional steamed vegetables for a complete main meal.
*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
Per Serving: 402 calories, 11g fat, 1.6g saturated fat, 1.6g polyunsaturated fat, 6.7g monounsaturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 20mg sodium, 66g total carbohydrate, 4g dietary fiber, 7g sugars, 12g protein.
Exchanges Per Servings: 3 bread, 1 vegetable, 2 fat
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