Description
This creamy avocado pasta is a quick and healthy meal, bursting with fresh flavors of lime and avocado. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a light lunch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) pasta of your choice
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the avocados, garlic, lime juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the avocado sauce and toss until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Feel free to add cherry tomatoes or spinach for extra nutrition.
- For a spicy kick, consider adding red pepper flakes to the avocado sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 55
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 10
Keywords: creamy avocado pasta, avocado pasta recipe, lime pasta, healthy pasta, vegetarian pasta dish