Savory Fettuccine with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Creamy Avocado, and Crispy Bacon
Elevate your pasta experience with this vibrant and flavorful Fettuccine dish featuring juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy avocados, and perfectly crispy bacon. This quick and satisfying meal can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. The combination of savory and fresh ingredients, along with a delightful garlic and basil dressing, creates a colorful and delicious dish that will impress your family and friends.
4
Servings
250
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Garlic cloves
4 (unpeeled)
Olive oil
1/2 cup (divided)
Cherry tomatoes
8 ounces (whole)
Bacon
10 ounces (chopped into pieces)
Fettuccine pasta
11 ounces (uncooked)
White wine vinegar
1 tablespoon (none)
Fresh basil
2 tablespoons (roughly chopped)
Avocados
2 (chopped)
Basil leaves
to garnish (whole)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a baking pan, combine the unpeeled garlic cloves and whole cherry tomatoes.
3
Drizzle the mixture with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and season it with salt and pepper to taste.
4
Place the baking pan into the preheated oven and roast for 15 minutes, until the tomatoes are blistered and aromatic.
5
While the tomatoes are roasting, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on paper towels to drain excess fat.
6
In the same pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of the cooking water.
7
In a large serving bowl, toss the drained fettuccine with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
8
Roughly chop the crispy bacon and add it to the pasta along with the roasted cherry tomatoes and their juices.
9
Squeeze the roasted garlic out of its skins into a sealed container, add the white wine vinegar, the remaining olive oil, and the chopped basil. Seal the container and shake well to mix the dressing.
10
Pour the garlic basil dressing over the pasta and gently mix until the ingredients are well combined.
11
Fold in the chopped avocados, being careful not to mash them. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
13
Fat
26.25
Carbs
8.5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this pasta dish?
The dish is called Savory Fettuccine with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Creamy Avocado, and Crispy Bacon.
How long does it take to prepare this recipe?
This recipe is designed to be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal quick meal.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe provides 4 servings.
What are the primary ingredients in this fettuccine dish?
The main ingredients include fettuccine pasta, cherry tomatoes, avocados, bacon, garlic, olive oil, white wine vinegar, and fresh basil.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 250 calories.
At what temperature should I roast the cherry tomatoes?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C) for roasting the tomatoes.
How long should the cherry tomatoes stay in the oven?
Roast the tomatoes and garlic for about 15 minutes until the tomatoes are blistered and aromatic.
Do I need to peel the garlic before roasting?
No, the garlic cloves should be roasted unpeeled; you will squeeze them out of their skins later.
How much bacon is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 10 ounces of bacon, chopped into pieces and cooked until crispy.
What is the recommended pasta for this dish?
The recipe uses 11 ounces of uncooked fettuccine pasta.
How is the garlic basil dressing prepared?
The dressing is made by mixing squeezed roasted garlic, white wine vinegar, olive oil, and chopped fresh basil in a sealed container and shaking well.
When should I add the avocados to the pasta?
The chopped avocados should be folded in at the very end, just before garnishing and serving.
What is the total fat content per serving?
There are 13 grams of fat per serving.
How many grams of protein are in each serving?
Each serving provides 8.5 grams of protein.
What is the carbohydrate count for this meal?
The dish contains 26.25 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much olive oil is used in the entire recipe?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of olive oil, which is divided between roasting and the dressing.
What type of vinegar is best for the dressing?
One tablespoon of white wine vinegar is recommended for the dressing.
Should I save any of the pasta cooking water?
Yes, the instructions suggest reserving a small amount of the cooking water when draining the pasta.
How do I prevent the avocados from turning into mush?
Gently fold the chopped avocados into the pasta at the end, taking care not to mash them.
What is the suggested garnish for this dish?
The dish should be garnished with whole fresh basil leaves.
Is this dish considered Italian cuisine?
Yes, it is tagged as an Italian-inspired easy recipe.
How should the bacon be cooked?
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then drain the excess fat on paper towels.
How many garlic cloves are used?
The recipe calls for 4 unpeeled garlic cloves.
Can I use different seasonings for the tomatoes?
The recipe recommends drizzling with olive oil and seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before roasting.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include pasta, fettuccine, bacon, avocado, cherry tomatoes, quick meal, under 30 minutes, comfort food, easy recipe, and italian.
How should the pasta be cooked?
Cook the fettuccine in salted water according to the package instructions until it is al dente.
Is this a good recipe for a weeknight dinner?
Yes, its quick preparation time and simple ingredients make it perfect for weeknights.
What should the texture of the roasted tomatoes be?
The tomatoes should be blistered and soft enough to release their juices into the pasta.
How do you mix the pasta with the dressing?
Pour the prepared garlic basil dressing over the pasta and gently mix until all ingredients are well combined.
Does this recipe contain fiber or sugar info?
According to the provided data, the fiber, sugar, sodium, and cholesterol values are not specified.