Description
Creamy avocado pasta is a delightful and simple dish that combines the buttery goodness of avocados with perfectly cooked pasta. This vibrant green sauce is infused with garlic and fresh basil, creating a rich flavor profile that will impress your family and friends. Whether served warm or cold, this versatile meal captures the essence of comfort food while remaining light and refreshing. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a dish that promises satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve some cooking water.
- 2. In a food processor, blend ripe avocados, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 3. Fold in chopped basil into the avocado mixture.
- 4. Toss hot pasta with the avocado sauce until evenly coated; add reserved cooking water for creaminess if needed.
- 5. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg