Creamy Avocado and Spinach Pasta

Creamy Avocado and Spinach Pasta
  • Main Ingredient: Pasta
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Serves: 4
  • Ingredients
      • 10 oz spaghetti dry, or fettuccine, I used semolina pasta
      • 1 clove garlic
      • 1 avocado
      • 1 cup spinach fresh
      • 1/2 cup pecans
      • 1/4 cup basil
      • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
      • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
      • 3/4 to 1 cup pasta water
      • 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
      • 1/2 tsp pepper or to taste

Creamy Avocado and Spinach Pasta - a creamy sauce made with avocados, spinach, basil and pecans. A super healthy and delicious pasta dish, eat without guilt.

  1. Cook pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
  2. Make the avocado sauce: Add the rest of the ingredients to your blender and blend until it turns into a smooth sauce. Start with 3/4 cup of pasta water and add more as needed to get the consistency you want.
  3. Assemble: Toss the pasta with the sauce in a bowl and serve immediately. This sauce is best served the day it is made, as it uses avocados which will turn a brownish colour.

Notes

How do I store leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 1 day, but keep in mind that because of the avocado pesto, it will change colour and might turn brownish.

Can I use any other types of nuts: Yes you can, but you will need some sort of nuts in this sauce. You can use pine nuts, walnuts, pistachios or almonds.

Can I add chicken to this: Yes, for sure. Adding some cooked chicken would be a great protein to add to this dish.

Nutrition

Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used. Calories: 457 kcal

Click here to view original recipe.

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