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Creamy Avocado Pasta

Creamy Avocado Pasta is a quick and healthy recipe made with ripe avocados, garlic, lemon, and fresh basil, clinging perfectly to pasta for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 250 grams 250 grams pasta of your choice Spaghetti or linguine recommended, but others can be used.
  • 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic Fresh garlic adds a necessary aromatic punch.
  • 2 2 ripe avocados Choose avocados that yield slightly when pressed for ripeness.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves Fresh basil is key for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed lemon juice enhances the flavor.
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup olive oil Extra virgin olive oil is preferred.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Essential for seasoning.
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving Optional to add umami flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and pit the avocados. Scoop the flesh into a food processor.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of the cooking water.
  2. In the food processor, add garlic, basil, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the avocado. Blend until smooth.
Finishing Touches
  1. Return the drained pasta to the pot off the heat, and pour the avocado sauce over it. Toss until well-coated.
  2. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually until desired creaminess is achieved.
Serving
  1. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For meal prep, the avocado sauce can be made ahead of time.