Creamy Avocado Pasta
Creamy Avocado Pasta – a quick, healthy pasta with a creamy avocado sauce made from fresh avocado, lemon, garlic, and cilantro for a bright, satisfying dish.
Servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta substitute gluten-free pasta if needed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 white onion diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 medium avocado
- 1/4 cup cilantro roughly chopped
- 1/2 lemon juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- Pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Chopped cilantro
- Pumpkin seeds optional
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Begin by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Before draining, reserve about 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water and set it aside. Drain the pasta once it reaches an al dente texture.
Prepare the Onion and Garlic
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for approximately 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, ensuring it becomes fragrant but does not brown. Transfer the onion and garlic to a food processor.
Create the Avocado Sauce
- In the food processor, combine the sautéed onion and garlic, avocado, cilantro, lemon juice, and sea salt. Process until the mixture reaches a smooth, creamy consistency. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a small amount of the reserved pasta water and blend again until smooth.
Combine Pasta with Sauce
- Place the drained pasta back into the pot, then pour the avocado sauce over it. Gently toss to coat the pasta evenly. Add a small amount of reserved pasta water if needed to reach the desired sauce consistency.
Serve
- Serve immediately, garnishing with additional chopped cilantro and pumpkin seeds, if desired.
Notes
To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta and ensure all other ingredients, especially any seasonings, are labeled gluten-free.