Description
Creamy avocado pasta is a quick and delightful dish that brings together the rich creaminess of ripe avocados with zesty lemon and aromatic garlic. This vibrant green sauce envelops your favorite pasta, creating a visually stunning and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknight dinners or impressive gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved, for garnish)
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Boil the pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2. Prepare the avocado sauce: Blend avocados, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. If needed, add reserved pasta water gradually to reach desired consistency.
- 3. Combine: In a large bowl or skillet over low heat, mix cooked pasta with avocado sauce until evenly coated.
- 4. Add tomatoes: Fold in halved cherry tomatoes for added flavor and color.
- 5. Serve: Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh basil leaves and additional lemon juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg