Avocado Pasta is a fresh, creamy, and dairy-free dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights! The smooth avocado sauce comes together while your pasta cooks, making this a quick and easy meal. Packed with flavor from ripe avocado, garlic, and fresh veggies, it’s a light yet satisfying dish you’ll love. For an extra twist, try adding pesto or using gluten-free pasta options like zucchini or sweet potato noodles. ????????
Ingredients:
- 8 oz dry pasta
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1 green onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 tsp finely grated garlic
- Juice from 1/4 lemon
- Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste
Directions:
- Boil salted water and cook the pasta. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a bowl, mash the avocado, then mix in garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add 1/4 cup of pasta water to the avocado mixture and stir.
- Combine the cooked pasta, tomatoes, and green onion. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
Tips:
- Add pesto: Turn this into a delicious avocado pesto pasta by mixing in 1 tbsp of pesto.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free pasta or veggie noodles like zucchini or sweet potato for a lighter, gluten-free meal.
Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 295
- Total Fat: 7.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 5.1mg
- Sodium: 593.4mg
- Carbs: 47.4g
- Fiber: 4.6g
- Sugars: 2.7g
- Protein: 9.6g
Leave a Comment