A delicious bowl of creamy avocado pasta salad made in 30 minutes. This creamy homemade avocado sauce is filled with garlic, olive oil, parsley and more!
About this Recipe
If you are an avocado fan then this is the meal for you! Avocados are nutrient-dense and contain healthy mono-saturated fats that lower cholesterol. Avocados are very versatile and can be used to make dips, smoothies, salads, spreads and so much more.
Avocado spaghetti is a great dinner/lunch option and takes under 30 minutes to make. Mixed sweet baby tomatoes are the perfect addition to this creamy salad as they add a sharp burst of sweetness to the bowl.
This meal is also a great filling vegetarian option. To make it vegan, skip the cheese.
How to Make Creamy Avocado Pasta Salad
- Add spaghetti to a saucepan of boiling water and add a pinch of salt. Leave to cook for 10-15 minutes on a low/medium heat.
- Peel avocados, add them to a food processor, add garlic cloves, peas, lemon juice, salt, pepper and blitz for a few minutes. Gradually add olive oil until the mixture becomes smooth.
- Once the spaghetti is ready drain out any excess water and add the spaghetti to a large bowl. Add the avocado mix to the bowl, mix well and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Alternatives
The avocado sauce is very adaptable so you can add any of your favorite herbs and seasoning to suit your taste.
The creamy avocado sauce can be combined with any type of pasta e.g. penne, rigatoni, linguine, tagliatelle.
How to Store Creamy Avocado Pasta Salad
This meal is best eaten on the day. However, it can be stored for 2-3 days in the fridge. It is also a great meal prep option.
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How to Make Avocado Spaghetti
Ingredients
- 300 g of spaghetti
- 2 avocado
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp of lemon juice
- 1 handful of sweet mixed baby tomatoes
- 1 handful of cooked peas
- Cheddar cheese to serve (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2-4 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Add spaghetti to a saucepan of boiling water and add a pinch of salt. Leave to cook for 10-15 minutes on a low/medium heat.
- Peel avocados, add them to a food processor, add garlic cloves, peas, lemon juice, salt, pepper and blitz for a few minutes. Gradually add olive oil until the mixture becomes smooth.
- Once the spaghetti is ready drain out any excess water and add the spaghetti to a large bowl. Add the avocado mix to the bowl, mix well and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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