Gluten-Free Creamy Avocado Pasta
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of Gluten-Free Creamy Avocado Pasta—a quick, wholesome meal that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious. This recipe pairs al dente gluten-free pasta with a luxuriously creamy avocado sauce, blended to perfection with ripe avocados, zesty lemon juice, fresh basil, and a hint of garlic. Tossed with vibrant cherry tomatoes and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan or vegan nutritional yeast, every bite bursts with fresh, bold flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a light, crowd-pleasing dinner. Gluten-free, naturally dairy-free (with a vegan option), and loaded with heart-healthy ingredients, this pasta is proof that comfort food can be both delicious and nutritious!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Gluten-free pasta
- 2 whole Ripe avocados
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan)
Directions
Step 1
Cook the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the avocado sauce. In a food processor, combine the ripe avocados (pitted and peeled), lemon juice, garlic cloves, fresh basil leaves, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Taste the avocado sauce and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice if needed.
Step 4
Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
Step 5
In a large bowl, toss the cooked pasta with the creamy avocado sauce until well coated. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add a bit of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
Step 6
Gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes.
Step 7
Serve the creamy avocado pasta immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast if vegan.
Step 8
Enjoy your delightful gluten-free creamy avocado pasta!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 932.3 grams (932.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1641 |
| Total Fat 92.60g | 119% |
| Saturated Fat 22.00g | 110% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.80g | |
| Cholesterol 12mg | 4% |
| Sodium 2132mg | 93% |
| Total Carbohydrate 168.10g | 61% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.80g | 99% |
| Total Sugars 5.50g | |
| Protein 42.00g | 84% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 119% |
| Calcium 756mg | 58% |
| Iron 4mg | 22% |
| Potassium 2013mg | 43% |
Source of Calories