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Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts (Gluten-Free, Low Carb)

March 28, 2018 by Jeanette 15 Comments

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Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts - Make this in 15 minutes! Low carb and gluten-free
Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts - Make this in 15 minutes! Low carb and gluten-free

This light, gluten-free, low carb Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts comes together in just 15 minutes. Asparagus is one of the first signs of Spring that I look forward to. This recipe uses shirataki pasta so you can get your pasta fix even if you’re on a gluten-free or low carb diet.

Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts - this gluten-free, low-carb pasta dish takes just 15 minutes to make - so simple and delicious!

I love pasta but at my age, it’s easy to pack on some extra pounds if I eat it too often. So, this Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts swaps out pasta with gluten-free, low-carb tofu shirataki noodles. Visually, these shirataki noodles look just like spaghetti, although their texture is a bit crunchy. They come in 4-ounce packs in the refrigerated section of the supermarket (I got mine from our local Asian grocery store but many supermarkets carry it now). One serving has just 10 calories and 3 grams carbs.

Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts - this gluten-free, low-carb pasta dish takes just 15 minutes to make - so simple and delicious!

Asparagus has popped up in supermarkets now that it’s Spring so this pasta recipe makes asparagus the star of the show. A little pancetta, crisped and browned, gives this dish some meaty, smoky and salty flavors. Fresh grated parmesan cheese, crunchy toasted pine nuts and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice finish off the dish.

Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts - this gluten-free, low-carb pasta dish takes just 15 minutes to make - so simple and delicious!

Simple and delicious, this can be served as a side dish, or as a main course (I ate it for my dinner and served it as a side dish for my son).

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Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

Course Low Carb, Main Course, pasta
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 205 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 ounces uncured antibiotic-free pancetta diced
  • 1 bunch asparagus trimmed, cut into 1 1/2" diagonal pieces
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 4 ounces tofu shirataki noodles rinsed and drained
  • salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • fresh grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts
  • fresh lemon wedge

Instructions

  1. Place olive oil and pancetta in saute pan and cook until pancetta crisps up; use slotted spoon to remove pancetta to a bowl; reserve.
  2. Add asparagus and garlic to same pan and saute until asparagus is crisp and a little tender, about 3 minutes. Add shirataki noodles and toss until heated through. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Transfer to serving bowls. Sprinkle with cheese, pine nuts and reserved crispy pancetta. Squeeze lemon wedge over pasta. Serve.
Nutrition Facts
Pasta with Asparagus Pancetta and Pine Nuts (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 205 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 18mg6%
Sodium 188mg8%
Potassium 104mg3%
Carbohydrates 3g1%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 60IU1%
Vitamin C 1.8mg2%
Calcium 8mg1%
Iron 0.6mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. Shashi at RunninSrilankan says

    April 9, 2015 at 7:54 am

    I am so intrigued by these tofu shirataki noodles, Jeanette! Btw – pancetta and garlic and pine nuts and asparagus sound so yummy right now!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      April 13, 2015 at 9:17 pm

      The shirataki noodles add bulk with very few calories. This is such an easy recipe – the pancetta adds lots of flavor.

      Reply
  2. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    April 9, 2015 at 9:24 am

    Jeanette, I love this!!! I don’t know if I’ve ever heard of tofu shirataki noodles but I am going to find them!!! love this!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      April 13, 2015 at 9:18 pm

      Alice – you can find shirataki noodles at the Asian grocery store or Whole Foods.

      Reply
  3. Liz says

    April 9, 2015 at 10:32 am

    Thank you Jeanette for the nice recipe

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      April 13, 2015 at 9:18 pm

      Thanks Liz – I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  4. Kristi Rimkus says

    April 9, 2015 at 3:37 pm

    I love asparagus season. I’ll have to hunt my grocery store for tofu shirataki noodles, this looks delicious.

    Reply
  5. Kelly says

    April 10, 2015 at 2:29 am

    This is such a pretty pasta dish! I can’t get enough of asparagus around this time of year and it sounds amazing with the shirataki noodles! I’ve only tried them a few times since we moved away to a smaller town a few years ago and they don’t carry it anywhere here but they were wonderful! Love this recipe!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      April 13, 2015 at 9:21 pm

      Thanks Kelly – I’m with you on grabbing all the asparagus I can get my hands on, especially after such a long winter!

      Reply
  6. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says

    April 10, 2015 at 9:16 am

    What a beautiful spring salad. I love that we’re headed straight into asparagus season!

    Reply
  7. Mary says

    April 10, 2015 at 2:18 pm

    A delicious low carb pasta dish in 15 minutes – wonderful:))
    Mary

    Reply
  8. The Healthy Apple says

    April 10, 2015 at 6:32 pm

    Delish! Love gluten-free pasta ideas – thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Jeanette says

      April 13, 2015 at 9:19 pm

      Thanks Amie! Hope you’re doing well.

      Reply
  9. Nami | Just One Cookbook says

    April 14, 2015 at 2:10 am

    Definitely feel the same way! It’s a huge struggle for me as I LOVE carbs….rice, pasta, bread…. ahhh… Shirataki for pasta! That’s a great trick! Your photos look amazing and now I’m craving for pasta…. =P I’ll get shirataki. 😉

    Reply
  10. marie johson says

    November 5, 2019 at 1:00 am

    5 stars
    Pasta is the perfect weeknight meal. This recipe is so simple and delicious! Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply

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