Description
Indulge in this delightful creamy avocado pasta, featuring a rich, velvety sauce made from ripe avocados, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic—perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- 2. Prepare the Sauce: While the pasta cooks, scoop the ripe avocados into a blender or food processor. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 3. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Return the drained pasta to the pot over low heat. Pour in the avocado sauce and gently toss until every strand is coated. If needed, add reserved pasta water gradually to achieve desired consistency.
- 4. Serve with Style: Transfer to serving plates or bowls. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil.
- 5. Enjoy Immediately: Serve warm for the best flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg