creamy avocado pasta

creamy avocado pasta

I love avocados and bought a whole bunch from Costco recently. Problem is I only have a limited number of avocado application ideas – avocados with sardines on toast, avocados on salads, pizzas…that’s about it. I came across this recipe link on Cup of Jo and was very happy to find it. I love creamy pastas but don’t really like the “heavy, rich” feeling you get after consuming it. Since this recipe is dairy-free, it also digests better (at least for me)!

This pasta is very delicious. I made the 2 servings and ate it all up. I have to admit after a while, it does get very rich – in it’s own way. I would serve this alongside fish (e.g., salmon is a great choice) or a grilled/roasted chicken.

Creamy Avocado Pasta

(taken from Oh She Glows; click here for recipe)

Serves 2

Ingredients:

• 1 medium sized ripe Avocado, pitted
• 1/2 lemon, juiced + lemon zest to garnish
• 1-3 garlic cloves, to taste
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt, or to taste
• 1/4 cup Fresh Basil, (optional)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 servings/6 oz of your choice of pasta
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method:

1. Cook pasta according to directions. You do want your pasta al dente though.
2. Meanwhile, make the sauce by placing the garlic cloves, lemon juice, and olive oil into a food processor. Process until smooth. Now add in the pitted avocado, basil (optional), and salt. Process until smooth and creamy.
3. When pasta is done cooking, drain and rinse in a strainer and place pasta into a large bowl. Pour on sauce and toss until fully combined. Garnish with lemon zest and black pepper. Serve immediately.