Guacamole Avocado Pasta
A creamy, zesty fusion of Mexican guacamole and Italian pasta, this Guacamole Avocado Pasta is quick, fresh, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a refreshing pasta salad.
Ingredients
- Pasta: 12 ounces (spaghetti, linguine, or penne)
- Avocados: 2 large, ripe
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Lime Juice: From 1 large lime
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh Cilantro: ¼ cup, chopped
- Cherry Tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
- Red Onion: ¼ cup, finely diced
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Red Chili Flakes (optional): Pinch
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, combine avocados, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Blend until creamy.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of cooking water, then drain.
- Assemble the Dish: Toss hot pasta with avocado sauce. Add reserved pasta water if needed.
- Cook to Perfection: Let warm pasta slightly heat the sauce for a silky texture.
- Finishing Touches: Fold in cherry tomatoes and red onion. Add chili flakes if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados for the best creamy texture.
- Eat fresh—avocado sauce doesn’t keep long.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for protein.
- Chill leftovers and enjoy as a pasta salad.
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