Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara
Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara blends crisp-tender asparagus with smoky bacon in a creamy, tangy sauce enriched by Greek yogurt and Parmesan. Silky strands of spaghetti are coated with egg yolks for a rich yet lighter finish, brightened by parsley and a hint of garlic. Serve this comforting pasta for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want something elegant but unfussy.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 22
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 39
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 44
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring now and then, until tender but still slightly firm, about 12 minutes.
- 2
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-low. Cook the bacon in the hot skillet, stirring occasionally, until browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat from the skillet.
- 3
Add the asparagus to the bacon fat in the skillet and cook, stirring, until it starts to brown, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Transfer the asparagus and garlic to the plate with the bacon.
- 4
Set aside 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese for garnish. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining Parmesan cheese with the egg yolks, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper until smooth and combined.
- 5
Drain the spaghetti, reserving about 3/4 cup of the cooking water, and return the spaghetti to the pot. Stir in the egg yolk mixture and toss for 1 minute until evenly coated. Return the pot to low heat and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, adjusting the consistency with the reserved cooking water if needed.
- 6
Turn off the heat, pour in the half-and-half, and stir well. Mix in the bacon and asparagus until evenly distributed. Garnish with the reserved Parmesan cheese and parsley.
- Calories 495.08 kcal High 25%
- Protein 30.21 g Good Source 60%
- Carbohydrate 55.9 g 20%
- Total Fat 17.51 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 7.42 g High 37%
- Trans Fat 0.03 g High --
- Cholesterol 215.75 mg High 72%
- Sodium 569.7 mg High 25%
- Dietary Fiber 5.35 g Moderate 19%
- Total Sugars 5.22 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 265.63 mg Good Source 20%
- Iron 5.57 mg Good Source 31%
- Potassium 477.19 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 94.35 mcg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin C 16.01 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin D 0.75 mcg Low Source 4%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Gluten
About This Recipe
Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara is an Italian dinner recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Center Cut Bacon, Eggs, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 495.08 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara?
- It is an Italian recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Center-Cut Bacon, Eggs, Fresh Parsley, Garlic. The full list of 10 is above.
- What goes well with Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 495.08 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 10 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara healthy?
- Spring Asparagus Bacon Carbonara has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 495.08 calories and 30.21 g of protein, or 60% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 569.7 mg (25% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 7.42 g (37% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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