Creamy Guacamole Pasta

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

This Creamy Guacamole Pasta takes the best parts of your favorite guacamole and turns them into a luscious plant-based sauce that hugs every part of the pasta.

Ripe avocados blended with fresh basil, zesty lime, garlic, and silky avocado oil create a rich, dreamy sauce that's both satisfying and light on the palate.

Tossed with al dente pasta (or spiralized zoodles for a low-calorie twist) and finished with a sprinkle of vegan parmesan and basil, it's a simple yet unforgettable meal that feels indulgent without the dairy.

Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekend lunches — and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for vegans and non-vegans alike.

Ingredients
  • 10 ounces uncooked pasta (or make zoodles (see below))
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1/4 cup basil leaves (lightly packed, plus more for serving)
  • juice of one lime
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large avocado (pit removed)
  • pinch of salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespooons vegan parmesan
Instructions
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.

    Use gluten-free pasta as an option, or if you have a zoodler, also known as a Vegetable Spiralizer, it can be a delicious way to increase your intake of veggies and reduce your calorie intake! 

    You can eat the zoodles raw, or heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet, and drop the noodles in. Lightly season with salt and pepper, and cook for a minute or two over medium-high heat, stirring often. Remove from the heat and set aside.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, add the garlic and basil to a Food Processor and pulse a few times to mince.

  3. 3

    Add the lemon juice, water, avocado, oil, sea salt, pepper, and vegan parmesan.

  4. 4

    Continue to process, scraping down the sides as needed.

    Make the sauce as creamy as you like or leave a few chunks of whole avocado if that's your preference.

  5. 5

    Drain the pasta, if using, and return it to the pot.

  6. 6

    Add the avocado mixture to the pasta (or zoodles) and stir until well combined.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle with extra parmesan if desired, and garnish with fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 367kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.7g17%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Sodium 52mg3%
Potassium 359mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 57.4g20%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
Sugars 2.3g
Protein 10.1g21%
Vitamin A 135 IU
Vitamin C 6.6 mg
Calcium 47 mg
Iron 2.9 mg
Vitamin E 1.4 mg
Vitamin K 16 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.17 mg
Folate 45 mcg
Magnesium 51 mg
Zinc 1.3 mg
Selenium 45 mcg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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