Linguine Tossed with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula
Linguine Tossed with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula balances smoky, crisp bacon with tender asparagus and peppery arugula, all lifted by a bright splash of lemon. The olive oil and garlic coat the pasta for a silky finish, making this a fresh yet satisfying bowl perfect for a weeknight dinner or a spring gathering.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Linguine Tossed with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 14 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy Density
- 41 / 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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- 32
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 44
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 32
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until slightly firm, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp. Transfer to paper towels. Pour the olive oil into the skillet, then stir in the garlic and asparagus. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add the pasta to the skillet. Turn off the flame. Toss with the arugula, lemon juice, and bacon.
- Calories 601.22 kcal High 30%
- Protein 24.82 g Good Source 50%
- Carbohydrate 71.84 g 26%
- Total Fat 25.73 g High 33%
- Saturated Fat 5.45 g High 27%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 34.73 mg Moderate 12%
- Sodium 525.95 mg High 23%
- Dietary Fiber 6.29 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 4.34 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 79.0 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 5.25 mg Good Source 29%
- Potassium 400.45 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 17.23 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 2.91 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Linguine Tossed with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula is made with 7 ingredients and serves 5. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Baby Arugula, Center Cut Bacon, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 601.22 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Linguine Tossed with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Baby Arugula, Center-Cut Bacon, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Linguine Tossed with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 601.22 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Linguine Tossed with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Linguine Tossed with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula healthy?
- Linguine Tossed with Asparagus, Bacon, and Arugula has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 601.22 calories and 24.82 g of protein, or 50% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 525.95 mg (23% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.45 g (27% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Wheat, Gluten and Garlic, 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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