Print

Easy Avocado Pasta Recipe

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

3.9 from 1 review

This Easy Avocado Pasta recipe offers a quick, fresh, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Creamy, dairy-free avocado sauce pairs beautifully with tender pasta, diced fresh tomatoes, and green onions. With simple ingredients and a smooth method, you’ll have a nutritious and delicious pasta dish ready in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 ounces dry pasta

Sauce

  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • ¼ teaspoon finely grated garlic
  • Juice from a quarter of a lemon
  • Salt, to taste
  • Fresh ground pepper, to taste
  • Reserved pasta water (about ¼ to ½ cup)

Toppings

  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 green onion, finely sliced

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dry pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve ½ cup of the hot pasta water. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. Make avocado sauce: While the pasta is cooking, mash the ripe avocado in a large mixing bowl. Stir in the finely grated garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice from a quarter of a lemon, salt, and freshly ground pepper to taste. Pour in ¼ cup of the reserved hot pasta water and stir to create a smooth sauce. Add more pasta water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
  3. Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta directly into the bowl with the avocado sauce. Toss well to evenly coat the pasta with the sauce.
  4. Add toppings and finish: Mix in the diced tomato and finely sliced green onion. Toss everything together gently. Adjust the sauce thickness by adding a little more pasta water if needed. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • For a pesto twist, add 1 tablespoon of pesto to the avocado sauce, omit garlic, and keep the lemon juice for a vibrant flavor.
  • To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta or vegetable noodles such as zucchini or sweet potato noodles.
  • For best garlic flavor and texture, grate garlic with a microplane. If unavailable, mince finely.
  • Choose ripe avocados for smooth sauce—ripe avocados yield creamy texture and rich flavor.
  • Nutrition facts are approximate and based on standard ingredients and portions.

Find it online: http://bitezly.com/easy-avocado-pasta-recipe/