Creamy Avocado pasta Sauce (Green Pasta)

• servings: 2 servings
• active time: 5 minutes
• total time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

7 oz pasta (of your choice)

1 small avocado (or around 1/2 large avocado)

1 cup basil leaves (loosely packed)

1/2 lemon (juice and zest)

1 garlic clove

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/2 cup pasta water

Directions

Cook your pasta according to the package instructions and your preferred level (al dente vs. more tender).When draining the pasta, keep around 1 cup of the pasta water to one side.

To prepare the green sauce, add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend into a smooth sauce. I like to start by adding just 1/3 of the pasta water and then adding more until I've thinned the avocado sauce into my desired consistency.

Give the sauce a taste, increase the seasonings/lemon if preferred, and then combine with the pasta, mix well, and serve!Optionally, top with a little parmesan (or nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative).

How To Store

This avocado pasta is best enjoyed immediately. However, any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. However, I've found that the flavor seems to mellow as it sits, so you may want to add a little extra lemon juice or seasonings before serving.I haven't tried freezing the creamy avocado sauce as I imagine it could impact the flavor and texture negatively. However, feel free to experiment - I suggest freezing in an airtight container for between 1-2 months.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 main
• Calories: 462 kcal
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Sodium: 595 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 82 g
• Dietary Fiber: 8 g
• Total Sugars: 4 g
• Protein: 15 g