Description
A creamy and refreshing pasta dish featuring ripe avocados, garlic, and lemon juice that creates a luscious sauce. This quick and healthy Italian-inspired recipe is perfect for a light meal or lunch, offering a vibrant alternative to traditional cream-based pasta dishes.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 250 g pasta (spaghetti or penne)
Sauce
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 30 g grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water to use in the sauce later.
- Prepare the avocado sauce: In a blender, combine the ripe avocados, garlic cloves, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and grated parmesan cheese. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust sauce consistency: If the avocado sauce is too thick, gradually add a little of the reserved pasta water while blending or stirring until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
- Toss pasta with sauce: Add the drained pasta to a large bowl and pour the avocado sauce over it. Toss well to evenly coat all the pasta strands with the creamy sauce.
- Season and garnish: Season the pasta with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve immediately to enjoy the best flavor and color.
Notes
- Best served immediately to prevent the avocado sauce from browning.
- For added variation, include cherry tomatoes or grilled chicken for extra flavor and protein.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute regular pasta with gluten-free pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
