SILKY CREAMY AVOCADO PASTA WITH FRESH HERBS
The Silky Creamy Avocado Pasta With Fresh Herbs is a velvety, vibrant and nutrient-rich vegan pasta dish that’s ready in minutes and full of flavour. The ripe avocado blends into a smooth and buttery sauce enhanced with zesty lemon juice, fresh parsley and nutrient-packed hemp seeds. It is tossed with your favourite cooked pasta, which creates a dish that’s both creamy and light, ideal for a summer lunch or a quick dinner. The Silky Creamy Avocado Pasta With Fresh Herbs is made with no need for cooking beyond the pasta, which is perfect for busy days and it 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
The following ingredients are required for the preparation of Silky Creamy Avocado Pasta With Fresh Herbs:
- 140 grams | 4.94 ounces | 1 cup cooked pasta
- 100 grams | 3.53 ounces | ½ avocado
- 5 milliliters | 0.17 fluid ounces | 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 3 grams | 0.11 ounces | 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 10 grams | 0.35 ounces | 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 1.5 grams | 0.05 ounces | ¼ teaspoon salt
- 0.30 grams | 0.01 ounces | ¼ teaspoon black pepper
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 439 kilocalories
- Protein: 13.3 grams
- Carbohydrate: 53.3 grams
- Sugar: 2.1 grams
- Fibre: 10.1 grams
- Fat: 20.6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2.82 grams
- Sodium: 585 milligrams
- Potassium: 695 milligrams
- Calcium: 35 milligrams
- Iron: 3.2 milligrams
PREPARATION
These steps are followed for the preparation of Silky Creamy Avocado Pasta With Fresh Herbs:
- 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 a garnish.
- Serve Immediately: Serve fresh with extra parsley or a crack of pepper on top if desired.
PREPARATION TIME
5 minutes
COOKING TIME
10 minutes
TIPS
Here are some helpful tips for Silky Creamy Avocado Pasta With Fresh Herbs:
- 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 Vegetables: 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
- Refrigerate: 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 because the avocado sauce may discolour and lose texture upon thawing.
