Creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce

Name: Creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 2 avocados; 8 ounces plain greek yogurt; 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt; 4 cloves fresh garlic; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons flat parsley; 2 tablespoons fresh basil; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 pound Pasta of Choice; 2 cups cherry tomatoes; 1/4 cup scallions; 1/2 cup Bacon; lemon wedges, for serving

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4
Calories
524 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Italian, American

Creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce

Opal Carpenter

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Healthy Creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce is a great alternative to traditional Alfredo sauce. Avocados, thick Greek yogurt, lemon juice, tomatoes and scallions make this wildly popular dish a favorite. Bacon optional!

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Ingredients

Servings

2 avocados , pitted and sliced
8 ounces plain greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
4 cloves fresh garlic , chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons flat parsley , roughly chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil , roughly chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 pound Pasta of Choice , cooked according to package directions for al dente
2 cups cherry tomatoes , halved
1/4 cup scallions , sliced diagonally
1/2 cup Bacon , cooked and chopped (optional)
lemon wedges, for serving

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Instructions

Combine the 2 avocados, 8 ounces plain Greek yogurt, 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt , 4 cloves fresh garlic , 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons flat parsley, 2 tablespoons fresh basil and 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil in a small food processor or blender. Pulse until smooth.
In a large skillet, toss the hot cooked 1 pound pasta of choice with the avocado mixture until fully coated.
Plate the pasta and top with 2 cups cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup scallions and 1/2 cup bacon , all optional. Sere with lemon wedges, for serving .
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Notes

Other types of pasta can be used. Bacon is optional, this dish also tastes great with chicken and shrimp. Additional toppings can include crushed red pepper and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 524kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 69g (23%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 7mg (2%) Sodium 382mg (16%) Potassium 953mg (27%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 805IU (16%) Vitamin C 34.4mg (38%) Calcium 128mg (13%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 524 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	524kcal	26%
Carbohydrates	69g	23%
Protein	20g	40%
Fat	22g	34%
Saturated Fat	3g	15%
Cholesterol	7mg	2%
Sodium	382mg	16%
Potassium	953mg	20%
Fiber	7g	28%
Sugar	4g	8%
Vitamin A	805IU	16%
Vitamin C	34.4mg	38%
Calcium	128mg	13%
Iron	4mg	22%