Description
Creamy Avocado Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes is a quick, healthy, and delicious pasta recipe made with ripe avocados, juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, and lemon. This easy vegetarian dinner is packed with flavor, naturally creamy without heavy cream, and ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, healthy lunches, meal prep, or summer meals, this avocado pasta is a fresh and satisfying comfort food everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta
- 12 ounces spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine
- 1 tablespoon salt (for pasta water)
For the Avocado Sauce
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Topping
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Make the avocado sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the avocados, garlic, lemon juice, basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust the consistency: Add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water as needed until the sauce reaches a silky, pourable consistency.
- Prepare the tomatoes: Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Combine the pasta and sauce: Return the warm pasta to the pot or transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Add the avocado sauce and toss until evenly coated.
- Add the tomatoes: Gently fold in the cherry tomatoes.
- Garnish and serve: Top with fresh basil, extra Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Reserve pasta water before draining to create a smooth, silky sauce.
- Use ripe avocados for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste and vibrant green color.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 480 calories
