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Creamy Avocado Pasta Recipe Easy Homemade with Cherry Tomatoes and Fresh Basil

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A quick and easy creamy avocado pasta tossed with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, offering a light yet indulgent meal perfect for busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces (225 grams) spaghetti or fettuccine pasta
  • 2 medium ripe avocados
  • 1 cup (150 grams) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 ounces (225 grams) of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 9-11 minutes. Reserve 1 cup (240 ml) of pasta cooking water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, peel and pit 2 ripe avocados. Add them to a food processor or blender with 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, and 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese if using. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. If the sauce feels too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the reserved pasta water to thin it out. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  3. Rinse 1 cup (150 grams) of cherry tomatoes and halve them. Roughly chop 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves (loosely packed). Set aside.
  4. Return the drained pasta to the large pot or a mixing bowl. Pour the creamy avocado sauce over the hot pasta. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat every strand. If the sauce feels too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually until it reaches your desired consistency.
  5. Fold in the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped basil. The warmth of the pasta slightly softens the tomatoes without losing their fresh texture, and the basil releases its aroma.
  6. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and lemon juice if needed. Sprinkle red pepper flakes if you want a little heat. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Prepare the avocado sauce fresh to keep its vibrant color and creamy texture. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Avoid letting the sauce sit too long with pasta to prevent browning. Store pasta and sauce separately if saving leftovers. For dairy-free, omit Parmesan or use nutritional yeast. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.

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Keywords: avocado pasta, creamy avocado sauce, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, easy pasta recipe, quick dinner, vegetarian pasta, healthy pasta

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