Pasta with Avocado
Transform your weeknight dinner game with this quick and creamy Pasta with Avocado recipe! Featuring ripe avocados blended into a velvety sauce with fresh basil, garlic, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this dish delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. The silky avocado sauce perfectly coats your choice of spaghetti, linguine, or penne, creating a healthy, dairy-free alternative to traditional pasta sauces. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, this vibrant, nutrient-packed meal is perfect for busy nights or when you’re craving something light yet satisfying. Customize your bowl with a sprinkle of chili flakes for heat or a garnish of Parmesan for extra indulgence. Serve this avocado pasta as a wholesome vegetarian main course or a luxurious side dish that’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 2 whole Ripe avocados
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
- 30 grams Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 0.5 cups Reserved pasta water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta cooks, prepare the avocado sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe avocados, fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a little bit of the reserved pasta water (1-2 tablespoons at a time) until it reaches your desired consistency.
Step 4
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, toss the drained pasta with the avocado sauce until evenly coated. If the sauce thickens, add more reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to loosen it up.
Step 6
For added heat, sprinkle red chili flakes over the pasta if desired.
Step 7
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese (if using) and extra basil leaves for a fresh pop of color.
Step 8
Enjoy your creamy and zesty pasta with avocado!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (790.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1405.2 |
| Total Fat 97.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 24mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2845.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 109.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.1g | |
| Protein 33.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 411.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1657.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories