Creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce

Rich and decadent, creamy avocado pasta sauce is quite possibly my favorite pasta sauce. The best part? I don’t even have to feel guilty about eating it!

Creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce is basically a healthy alfredo sauce. Magically, while they don’t share any of the same ingredients, they taste wildly similar.

Thick Greek yogurt with creamy avocado serves as the base for a garlic and lemon juice, providing the flavor and acidity we love in a nice alfredo sauce.

What makes this avocado sauce even better? It is ready in just 15 minutes. FIFTHTEEN minutes, foodie friends!

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Creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

25 mins

 

Creamy Garlic and Avocado Primavera is a healthy and simple pasta dish that tastes like a classic alfredo with a fraction of the calories.

Servings: 4

Calories: 524 kcal

Author: Jessica at Savory Experiments

Ingredients

• 10 ounces (dry) whole wheat spaghetti
• 2 avocados , pitted and sliced
• 8 ounces plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 4 cloves garlic , chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves , roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes , halved
• 1/2 cup scallions , chopped
• 1 cup bacon , cooked and chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. 

2. While pasta cooks, place avocado, plain Greek yogurt, Kosher salt, garlic, lemon juice, parsley and extra virgin olive oil small food processor or blender. Pulse until smooth. You can also use a blender or stick/immersion blender to combine.

3. Drain pasta and add avocado mixture to the same hot pot. Heat over low, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes or until hot. Add cooked pasta to avocado mixture and toss until fully coated.
4. Plate pasta, top with fresh grape tomatoes, scallions and bacon.

Recipe 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 Facts

Creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce

Amount Per Serving

Calories 524 Calories from Fat 198

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 22g 34%

Saturated Fat 3g 15%

Cholesterol 7mg 2%

Sodium 382mg 16%

Potassium 953mg 27%

Total Carbohydrates 69g 23%

Dietary Fiber 7g 28%

Sugars 4g

Protein 20g 40%

Vitamin A 16.1%

Vitamin C 41.7%

Calcium 12.8%

Iron 22.2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.