Avocado Basil Pasta Recipe
Indulge in the creamy, vibrant flavors of Avocado Basil Pasta—a perfect dish for warm evenings or light lunches. This delightful recipe blends ripe avocados and fresh basil into a luscious sauce, coating your favorite pasta for an unforgettable meal. It’s quick to prepare and effortlessly impressive, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fusilli)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a blender, combine avocados, basil, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth; add reserved pasta water gradually for desired consistency.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Return drained pasta to the pot over low heat. Pour in the avocado sauce and stir until evenly coated.
- Season and Serve: Add salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to plates and garnish with extra basil or grated Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg