Nut-Free Creamy Avocado Pasta

Indulge in the velvety goodness of Nut-Free Creamy Avocado Pasta, a vibrant twist on classic creamy pasta recipes that's both allergen-friendly and packed with flavor. This quick and easy recipe combines ripe, buttery avocados with zesty lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil to create a luxurious, no-nut sauce that clings beautifully to your choice of spaghetti or fettuccine. A hint of grated Parmesan adds richness while cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes lend bursts of color and spice. With just 15 minutes of prep, it's a perfect weeknight dinner for four that delivers restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your kitchen. Serve it fresh, garnished with extra basil and Parmesan for a mouthwatering presentation that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
• 2 whole Ripe avocados
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the remaining water from the pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a food processor.

Step 3

Add the lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic cloves to the food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add fresh basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper to the processor. Blend until the mixture is well combined and smooth.

Step 5

Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.

Step 6

Once the pasta is cooked and drained, return it to the pot. Add the avocado sauce to the pasta and toss to thoroughly coat the pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 7

Gently fold in the halved cherry tomatoes and sprinkle red pepper flakes over the top.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	921.4 grams (921.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1588

Total Fat 101.70g	130%
Saturated Fat 21.00g	105%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 40mg	13%
Sodium 1305mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 141.90g	52%
Dietary Fiber 29.10g	104%
Total Sugars 7.50g
Protein 44.00g	88%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 549mg	42%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 2033mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.2%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 34.2%