Description
A creamy, fresh, and vibrant pasta dish with a rich avocado sauce made from ripe avocados, fresh basil, garlic, and lemon. This easy, no-cook sauce comes together in minutes, making it a quick and healthy meal option perfect for warm days or when you’re craving something light but flavorful.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh parmesan or vegan cheese, grated (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and set aside to cool slightly.
- While the pasta cooks, make the avocado sauce: In a food processor or blender, combine the avocados, basil leaves, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the avocado basil sauce, adding the reserved pasta water if needed to help coat the pasta evenly.
- Serve the pasta in bowls, garnished with halved cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of parmesan or vegan cheese if desired.
- Enjoy immediately!
Notes
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- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce or top with a few slices of fresh chili.
- This dish is best served immediately after making, as the avocado sauce can brown if left too long.
- You can add protein to the dish by tossing in grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg