Best 2 Avocado Basil Pasta Recipes

Avocado basil pasta is a delightful dish that combines the creamy richness of avocados with the aromatic freshness of basil. This flavorful pasta dish is a perfect meal for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, especially during the warm summer months when fresh avocados are in season. With its vibrant green color and delicious taste, avocado basil pasta is sure to become a favorite among pasta lovers.

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AVOCADO BASIL PASTA

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This looks so good, I belive it could be served as a salad or as a one-one dish meal. The recipe comes from Better Homes & Gardens Magazine.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 ounces bow tie pasta or 8 ounces wagon wheel macaroni
2 medium avocados, halved,seeded,peeled and coarsely chopped
6 slices bacon, crisp cooked,drained and crumbled
2/3 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely shredded pecorino romano cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions.
Drain.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine the avocados, bacon, basil, lemon juice,olive oil, garlic, pepper, and salt.
Add the hot pasta and toss to combine.
Transfer to a serving bowl.
Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.5, Fat 26.1, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 56, Sodium 192.5, Carbohydrate 50.8, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 2, Protein 11.9

AVOCADO BASIL PASTA

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Categories Pasta Boil

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 ounces dried bow tie and/or wagon wheel pasta
2 medium avocados, halved, seeded, peeled, and coarsely chopped
6 slices bacon, crisp cooked, drained, and crumbled
2/3 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tbsp lemon juices
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 cup finely shredded Pecorino Romano cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine the avocados, bacon, basil, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, pepper, and salt. Add the hot pasta and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with cheese.

Tips:

Use ripe avocados. Ripe avocados are creamier and have a richer flavor than unripe avocados. When choosing avocados, look for ones that are dark green to black in color and yield to gentle pressure.
Don't overcook the pasta. Pasta should be cooked al dente, which means it should be tender but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will become mushy and lose its flavor.
Reserve some of the pasta cooking water. The starchy pasta cooking water can be used to create a creamy sauce for the pasta.
Use fresh basil. Fresh basil has a much more vibrant flavor than dried basil. If you can't find fresh basil, you can use a teaspoon of dried basil, but it won't be as good.
Add the avocado and basil at the end of cooking. This will help to preserve their flavor and color.
Serve immediately. Avocado basil pasta is best served immediately after it is made. The avocado will start to brown if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

Avocado basil pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover avocado. With its creamy sauce, fresh basil flavor, and tender pasta, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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