Heart-Healthy Creamy Avocado Pasta

Indulge in the velvety goodness of Heart-Healthy Creamy Avocado Pasta, a wholesome and delicious dish that combines vibrant flavors with nourishing ingredients. This recipe features tender whole wheat pasta swirled in a rich, creamy avocado sauce infused with fresh basil, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic garlic for a burst of freshness. Sautéed cherry tomatoes and wilted baby spinach add pops of color and a boost of nutrients, while toasted pine nuts lend a delightful crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy pasta dish is a perfect weeknight dinner option for those seeking a plant-based, dairy-free, and heart-healthy meal. Serve it warm and savor every bite of this satisfying, guilt-free comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Whole wheat pasta
• 2 pieces Ripe avocados
• 2 pieces Fresh garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 0.25 cup Pine nuts

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the avocado sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the avocados, garlic cloves, basil leaves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of reserved pasta water at a time until desired consistency is reached.

Step 3

In a large pan over medium heat, add the cherry tomatoes and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the cooked pasta and baby spinach to the pan with the tomatoes. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently until the spinach wilts.

Step 5

Pour the avocado sauce over the pasta and toss well to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add more reserved pasta water until the desired creamy consistency is achieved.

Step 6

Toast the pine nuts in a small pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant.

Step 7

Serve the creamy avocado pasta in bowls, topped with toasted pine nuts. Enjoy your heart-healthy meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(970.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1443.9

Total Fat 97.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1275.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.1g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 33.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 210.6mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 2646.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.4%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 35.1%