Creamy 15 Minute Avocado Pasta
Creamy 15 Minute Avocado Pasta is a quick and delicious dish that combines the smooth texture of ripe avocados with perfectly cooked pasta. This vibrant meal bursts with flavor from fresh garlic and zesty lemon, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinner gatherings. With its eye-catching green color and rich taste, this recipe is sure to impress anyone at your table—all in just 15 minutes!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados (about 300g)
- 8 oz (225g) pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt when boiling.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; stir occasionally.
- While pasta cooks, blend avocados, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Drain pasta, reserving some cooking water. Return pasta to pot over low heat.
- Mix in avocado sauce; add reserved water for desired creaminess.
- If using, sprinkle Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Customize your dish by adding cherry tomatoes or spinach for extra nutrition. For a spicy kick, incorporate chili flakes into the sauce.