Fennel Pasta Salad

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"Simple vegetarian pasta yet super delicious and healthy."
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Prep time 5mins
Cook time 20mins
Serves or Makes: 4

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ingredients

  • 2 bulbs fennel, cored and halved
  • 1 pound pasta,
  • Salt and black pepper, To Taste
  • olive oil, as needed
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 4 cups spinach
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Method

  • Step 1

    Heat grill to medium. Toss fennel with olive oil and salt and pepper. Cook on grill for 2-3 minutes per side, until fully cooked.Let cool, then thinly slice.

  • Step 2

    Meanwhile bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions. Drain, then return to the same pot and add tomatoes and spinach. Cook over medium low heat until the spinach has wilted. Remove from heat, then add sliced fennel.

  • Step 3

    Blend avocado, lemon juice and salt and pepper in a high speed blender until smooth. Add to the pasta and toss to coat.