How to Make Avocado Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

This avocado pasta recipe is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for any day of the week. Whether you’re a fan of avocados or just looking for a new way to enjoy pasta, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen. The creamy texture of the avocado combined with the savory flavors of garlic and parmesan cheese create a delectable and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish.

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Ingredients

  • ½ (16 ounce) package whole wheat penne
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 2 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (Optional)
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
  • Whisk olive oil, lime zest and juice, mint, chives, garlic, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Pour over hot pasta; add bean sprouts. Toss to coat.
  • Serve topped with avocado slices and more freshly ground black pepper.
  • Nutrition

    382 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 84mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 251mg