Penne ao Molho de Abacate

Penne ao Molho de Abacate is a creamy, vibrant pasta dish that combines the richness of ripe avocados with fresh ingredients, creating a deliciously unique vegan meal. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Penne pasta - 200 grams
• Ripe avocado - 1 medium (about 150 grams)
• Fresh basil leaves - 30 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved

Steps

1. Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the avocado sauce by blending the avocado, basil leaves, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne with the avocado sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
4. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pasta and gently mix them in.
5. Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil or nutritional yeast if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.
• High in fiber, aiding digestion and helping maintain a healthy weight.

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