Description
Indulge in this vibrant Creamy Avocado Pasta, featuring ripe avocados blended into a luscious, dairy-free sauce that elevates any pasta dish to delicious heights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Prepare the Sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine ripe avocados, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- 3. Combine: In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the avocado sauce until evenly coated.
- 4. Taste and Adjust: Sample your dish and adjust seasoning as needed by adding more salt or lemon juice.
- 5. Plate Up: Transfer the Creamy Avocado Pasta to serving plates and garnish with halved cherry tomatoes and fresh basil.
- 6. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your creamy avocado pasta warm for the best flavor and texture!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg