Monday: Avocado “Pesto” Pasta
Creamy avocado “pesto” pasta is the ultimate quick and nutritious dish to brighten your Monday! This delightful recipe combines ripe avocados with fresh arugula, creating a smooth and vibrant pesto that coats your favorite pasta perfectly. Packed with healthy fats and vitamins, it’s an excellent choice for a wholesome lunch at home or on the go. Whether you’re enjoying it solo or serving it at family gatherings, this versatile meal adapts to any occasion. Plus, it’s dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. Enjoy this creamy avocado pasta as a satisfying start to your week!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 4-8 ounces of brown rice or soba noodles (or any pasta of choice)
- 3/4 cup tightly packed arugula
- 1/2 large ripe avocado
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: Extra virgin olive oil, chickpeas, tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a food processor, blend arugula, garlic, lemon juice, and water until combined. Add the avocado, salt, pepper, and olive oil; blend until smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta with avocado pesto sauce in a large bowl. Incorporate chickpeas and tomatoes if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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