Creamy Avocado and Spinach Pasta
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.
Servings: 4
Calories: 457kcal
Ingredients
- 10 ounce 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 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 3/4 to 1 cup pasta water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- 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.
- 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 color.
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 color 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.
Nutrition
Calories: 457kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 404mg | Potassium: 494mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 9.1mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 1.8mg