Pasta with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Pasta with Creamy Avocado Sauce is a luscious and vibrant dish that combines the richness of ripe avocados with garlic and lemon for a refreshing twist. This vegetarian delight is perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine) - 200 grams
• Ripe avocado - 1 medium
• Garlic clove - 1, minced
• Fresh lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 grams, plus extra for garnish
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon, or to taste
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon, or to taste
• Parmesan cheese (optional) - 20 grams, grated

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the avocado sauce. In a food processor, combine the ripe avocado, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water and drain the rest.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta with the avocado sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
5. Serve immediately, garnishing with extra basil and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from avocados that support heart health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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