Description
This creamy avocado pasta sauce is a rich, flavorful, and nutritious green pasta dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Made with just five simple ingredients, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, oil-free, vegan, and perfect for a quick and healthy mid-week meal.
Ingredients
- 7 oz pasta of your choice
- 1 small avocado (or ½ large avocado)
- 1 cup loosely packed basil leaves
- ½ lemon (juice and zest)
- 1 garlic clove
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup pasta water
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Prepare the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the Sauce: Blend avocado, basil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Combine: Toss cooked pasta with the sauce, adding pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately warm, or chill for a refreshing cold pasta salad.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh to maintain the vibrant green color and flavor of the avocado.
- For variations, consider adding protein, veggies, or spices to customize the dish.
- Lemon juice helps prevent browning; store sauce with plastic wrap pressed against the surface if making ahead.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Blending
