Description
Creamy avocado pasta is a delightful dish that combines ripe avocados with zesty lemon and garlic to create a velvety sauce enveloping your favorite pasta. This quick and healthy recipe offers a unique twist on traditional comfort food, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Impress family and friends with this nutritious, flavorful meal that’s as simple to make as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 ripe avocados (about 12 oz)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan option)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a food processor, combine avocados, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Toss the warm pasta with the avocado sauce until evenly coated. If too thick, add a little reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese and halved cherry tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or shrimp. - Swap in gluten-free pasta if needed. - To store leftovers, keep the sauce separate from the pasta in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.