Description
This Creamy Avocado Pasta is a quick, healthy, and delicious meal that comes together in just 25 minutes. The creamy avocado sauce, blended with fresh spinach, garlic, and Parmesan, perfectly coats the fettuccine for a vibrant, flavorful dish. A perfect option for a light dinner or a weeknight meal!
Ingredients
8 to 10 oz fettuccine
1 ripe avocado
1 cup fresh spinach
1 clove garlic
¼ cup fresh basil leaves
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (or Parmigiano Reggiano)
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ cup pasta water
Salt (if using Parmigiano Reggiano, add ½ teaspoon salt)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package directions.
Prepare the Avocado Sauce:
While the pasta is cooking, combine the avocado, spinach, garlic, basil, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in a small food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Reserve Pasta Water:
Before draining the pasta, reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
Combine Pasta and Sauce:
Drain the pasta and add the creamy avocado sauce to the fettuccine. Stir well, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated.
Rest and Serve:
Let the pasta sit, covered, for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
For extra flavor, top the pasta with additional Parmesan cheese or fresh basil before serving.
You can also add red pepper flakes or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.
For a dairy-free version, substitute the Parmesan with nutritional yeast or your favorite plant-based cheese.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
