Creamy Spinach and Avocado Pasta
Indulge in a bowl of 'Creamy Spinach and Avocado Pasta,' a luscious and healthy pasta dish that's ready in just 25 minutes! This recipe pairs al dente pasta with a velvety, nutrient-packed sauce made from ripe avocados, fresh spinach, garlic, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Blended to smooth perfection with extra virgin olive oil and a hint of seasoning, this dairy-free sauce is naturally creamy and rich in flavor. Customize it with optional Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a gourmet touch. With its vibrant color, wholesome ingredients, and quick preparation, this pasta is perfect for weeknight dinners or any time you're craving a comforting yet nutritious meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 2 pieces Ripe avocado
- 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cup Pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it is al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water before draining the pasta.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the sauce. Halve and pit the avocados, then scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the fresh spinach leaves, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the blender. Blend until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta cooking water to thin it out.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Once the pasta is cooked and drained, transfer it back into the pot or a large serving bowl. Pour the creamy spinach and avocado sauce over the pasta, tossing well to coat each strand evenly.
If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta for added flavor and garnish with a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your creamy spinach and avocado pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.7 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.7 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 190 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 6038 mg | 262% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.9 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 115.5 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 2734 mg | 210% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2029 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
