Description
A creamy avocado sauce mixed with al dente pasta for a delightful and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 ounces pasta of choice
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
- Optional: grated Parmesan, sautéed mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, arugula, or crispy chickpeas
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta cooks, scoop the avocado into a food processor. Add garlic, basil, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Add a splash of pasta water if needed to thin out the sauce to your desired consistency.
- Place the drained pasta in a large bowl and pour the avocado sauce over it. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with Parmesan, fresh basil, or any additional toppings of your choice.
Notes
- Make sure to reserve enough pasta water for a smoother sauce.
- This dish can be served warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg