Creamy Avocado Spinach Pasta
Savor the fusion of creamy avocado, fresh spinach, and nutty pecans in this quick pasta dish. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a flavorful escape perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time12 minutes mins
Total Time22 minutes mins
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: avocado and spinach pesto, creamy avocado and spinach pasta, pasta recipes
Servings: 4
Calories: 458kcal
- 10 ounces spaghetti dry, or fettuccine, I used semolina pasta
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ½ cup pecans
- ¼ cup fresh basil
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¾ to 1 cup pasta water
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
Add the rest of the ingredients to your blender and blend until it turns into a smooth sauce. Start with ¾ cup of pasta water and add more as needed to get the consistency you want.
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 color.
- Pasta Type: You can use spaghetti or fettuccine; semolina pasta is recommended but feel free to experiment with whole wheat or gluten-free options.
- Avocado Sauce: Serve this sauce the day it's made, as avocados may turn brownish if stored.
- Pecan Substitution: If pecans aren't your favorite, try walnuts or pine nuts for a different twist.
- Adjusting Consistency: Start with ¾ cup of pasta water for the sauce and add more as needed to reach your desired texture.
- Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds brightness, but a splash of white wine vinegar can be a good substitute if you're in a pinch.
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 458kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 407mg | Potassium: 515mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 913IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 118mg | Iron: 2mg