Avocado sauce recipe pasta
Avocado sauce is a great choice to other pasta sauces because it is creamy, tasty, and full of healthy fats. This green sauce goes well with pasta recipes and makes a delicious and healthy meal for any occasion. Whether you are vegan, love avocados, or just want to try something new, this avocado sauce pasta recipe is sure to please your taste buds and feed your body.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Strainer or colander
Ingredients
- 1 ripe Avocados Peeled and pitted
- 1/2 cup Fresh basil leaves Original
- 1/4 cup Pine nuts or walnuts
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (skip or use vegan cheese for a vegan option)
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lb (450g) pasta of your choice (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne work well)
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander and set it aside.
- While the pasta cooks, prepare the avocado sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe avocados, basil leaves, pine nuts (or walnuts), garlic cloves, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice.
- Blend the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. If the sauce appears too thick, you can add a splash of water to reach your desired texture.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors as needed.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the avocado sauce until it's evenly coated. If the sauce thickens too much while waiting for the pasta, you can add a little pasta water to loosen it up.
- Allow the pasta to rest for about 5 minutes, giving the flavors time to meld.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving): (Note: Nutritional values may vary depending on the type of pasta and specific ingredients used.)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 4mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 41g
- Dietary Fiber: 7g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 9g