Avocado Pasta Sauce
This creamy avocado pasta sauce is a vibrant, healthy twist on traditional pasta sauces — made in minutes with ripe avocados, garlic, lemon, and olive oil.
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 large Ripe avocados Peeled and pitted
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil Loosely packed
- 0.5 tsp Salt To taste
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
For Serving
- 12 oz Pasta of choice Spaghetti, penne, or gluten-free pasta
- Grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast Optional topping
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, basil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Toss the warm pasta with the avocado sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with optional Parmesan or nutritional yeast sprinkled on top.
Notes
This sauce is best enjoyed fresh. If needed, store in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface to prevent browning, and use within 24 hours.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 420
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Monounsaturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 295mg
Total Carbohydrates: 52g
Dietary Fiber: 8g
Sugars: 3g
Protein: 12g
Vitamin K: 42% DV
Folate: 28% DV
Potassium: 15% DV
Vitamin C: 12% DV