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Easy Spinach Avocado Pasta Recipe

Easy Spinach Avocado Pasta Recipe

This Easy Spinach Avocado Pasta Recipe is a creamy and delicious meal perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. It's packed with nutrients and flavor!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz spaghetti or any pasta of choice
  • 2 ripe avocados peeled and pitted
  • 2 cups fresh spinach packed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated, optional
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine avocados, spinach, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  • Toss the cooked pasta with the avocado-spinach mixture, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired creaminess is reached.
  • Serve immediately with optional Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes sprinkled over the top.

Notes

For added protein, top with grilled chicken or shrimp.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg