CREAMY AVOCADO PASTA
Creamy Avocado Pasta is a silky, vibrant and nutrient-rich vegan pasta dish that’s ready in minutes and full of flavour. Ripe avocado blends into a smooth, buttery sauce enhanced with zesty lemon juice, fresh parsley and nutrient-packed hemp seeds. Tossed with your favourite cooked pasta, it creates a dish that’s both creamy and light, ideal for a summer lunch or a quick dinner. With no need for cooking beyond the pasta, this recipe is perfect for busy days and is as nourishing as it is satisfying. The combination of healthy fats, fibre and fresh herbs makes this a go-to for anyone seeking a wholesome and plant-based meal.
RECIPE CATEGORY
Lunch
SERVING SIZE
1
CUISINE
Californian
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
Boil, Blender Recipes, No-Cook
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
Summer, Picnic, Valentine’s Day
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
Vegan, Raw, Healthy, Quick & Easy, Low Sodium, High Fibre
DISH TYPE
Pasta
INGREDIENTS
There are the following ingredients for Creamy Avocado Pasta:
- 1 cup cooked pasta
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp hemp seeds
- Salt and pepper to taste
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 471.5 kcal
- Fat: 21.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.9 g
- Carbohydrate: 57 g
- Sugar: 1.8 g
- Sodium: 616.7 mg
- Protein: 14.1 g
- Fiber: 13.7 g
- Calcium: 53 mg
- Iron: 3.7 mg
- Vitamin D: 341.5 mg
- Potassium: 714.8 mg
PREPARATION
These steps are followed for the preparation of Creamy Avocado Pasta:
- Cook The Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Prepare The Sauce: In a small blender or food processor, combine avocado, lemon juice, parsley, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Mix The Pasta: Place the cooked pasta in a bowl. Pour the avocado sauce over and toss to coat evenly.
- Add Hemp Seeds: Sprinkle hemp seeds over the pasta and mix gently or use as garnish.
- Serve Immediately: Serve fresh with extra parsley or a crack of pepper on top if desired.
PREP TIME
5 minutes
COOKING TIME
10 minutes
TIPS
Here are some helpful tips for Creamy Avocado Pasta:
- Use Ripe Avocado: A soft, ripe avocado blends best for a smooth texture.
- Blend Fresh: Make the sauce just before serving to prevent browning.
- Adjust Consistency: Add a splash of water or plant milk to loosen the sauce if needed.
VARIATIONS
- Add Veggies: Include cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, or grated courgette for extra freshness.
- Boost Protein: Stir in chickpeas or grilled tofu for a more filling meal.
- Nutty Twist: Add crushed walnuts or almond flakes for crunch.
- Zesty Upgrade: Add lemon zest or a clove of garlic to intensify the flavour.
PREPPING AND STORAGE
- Fridge: Best served fresh. If needed, store in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Stir in extra lemon juice before serving.
- Freezing: Not recommended, as the avocado sauce may discolour and lose texture upon thawing.