Spaghetti with Avocado Sauce

This Spaghetti with Avocado Sauce is a creamy, nutrient-rich dish that combines the delightful flavors of ripe avocados with fresh herbs and garlic. It offers a refreshing twist on traditional pasta while remaining completely Paleo-friendly.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti (zucchini noodles) - 400 grams
• Ripe avocados - 2 medium
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Fresh basil leaves - 30 grams
• Lemon juice - 30 ml
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams
• Pine nuts - 30 grams

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini to create noodles and set aside.
2. In a blender, combine ripe avocados, garlic, basil leaves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper, and blend until smooth.
3. In a large pan, heat a small amount of olive oil over medium heat and add the zucchini noodles, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
4. Remove the pan from heat and mix in the avocado sauce, ensuring the zucchini noodles are well coated.
5. Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the pasta mixture, tossing gently.
6. Serve the spaghetti topped with toasted pine nuts and an extra drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 42 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 36 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in healthy fats from avocados, promoting heart health.
• Rich in fiber, aiding in digestion and providing a feeling of fullness.

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