Description
Creamy Avocado Pasta is a delicious and healthy vegan main dish that combines ripe avocados, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil to create a smooth, flavorful sauce. This quick and easy recipe uses cooked pasta tossed in a creamy avocado sauce, making it perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti, linguine, or your choice)
Sauce
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Prepare the Avocado Sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe avocados, minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the Pasta: While the pasta is still hot, transfer it to a large bowl and pour the avocado sauce over it. Toss well to evenly coat the pasta. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to loosen it to your desired consistency.
- Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with extra lemon zest or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- If you prefer a warmer sauce, gently heat the blended sauce on low heat before tossing with pasta, but avoid high heat to maintain creaminess and color.
- For added flavor, sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper or chili flakes.
- This dish is best eaten fresh as the avocado sauce can oxidize and darken over time.
- To make it gluten free, substitute pasta with gluten-free options.
