Spinach Avacado Pasta
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Spring is here and summer is around the corner , so I want to add a few healthy, light and easy dishes
Heart-healthy avocado makes this pasta dish feel indulgent without being overly rich. The flavorful sauce is so luscious, you’ll think there is cream hiding in there. It’s guilt-free and dairy-free, but with a texture and consistency that’s similar to traditional cream-based sauces.
Serves 6
Heart-healthy avocado makes this pasta dish feel indulgent without being overly rich. The flavorful sauce is so luscious, you’ll think there is cream hiding in there. It’s guilt-free and dairy-free, but with a texture and consistency that’s similar to traditional cream-based sauces.
Serves 6
Ingredients
- 1 package 375 g to 500g packet spiral pasta (about 3-1/2 cups uncooked)
- 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and pitted. Cutting in half and scooping out I find the easiest
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves
- 2 garlic cloves, halved
- 2 tablespoons lime juice or lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 cup assorted cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup pine nuts optional
- Optional: Shredded Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese and grated lime zest
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, place avocados, spinach, basil, garlic, lime juice, salt and pepper in a food processor; pulse until chopped. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream.
- Drain pasta; transfer to a large bowl. Add avocado mixture and tomatoes; toss to coat. Sprinkle with pine nuts, and add toppings as desired.
