Description

Creamy Avocado Spinach Pasta

Velvety, vibrant, and indulgently green—without a drop of cream or heavy cheese.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 2–3

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz high-protein pasta (chickpea, lentil, or whole wheat)
1 ripe avocado
2 cups fresh spinach
1–2 garlic cloves (or sauté briefly to mellow flavor)
Juice of 1 lemon
2–3 tbsp water or extra-virgin olive oil (to thin sauce)
2 tbsp nutritional yeast (or Parmesan)
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Optional Toppings:

Roasted cherry tomatoes
Grilled chicken slices
Chili flakes
Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water before draining. Return pasta to the pot.

2. Make the Sauce

In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, spinach, garlic, lemon juice, nutritional yeast (or Parmesan), salt, and pepper. Pulse to break down, then blend while slowly adding water or olive oil until smooth and pourable. Taste and adjust seasoning.

3. Combine Pasta and Sauce

Pour the green sauce over hot pasta. Toss vigorously until every noodle is coated. Add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired creaminess.

4. Serve & Garnish

Divide pasta into bowls. Add optional toppings such as roasted cherry tomatoes, grilled chicken, chili flakes, or fresh basil. Drizzle extra olive oil if desired.

Notes

Avoid bitterness: Use perfectly ripe avocado and fresh garlic.
Thin the sauce: Reserved pasta water or extra olive oil helps reach a silky consistency.
Make it low-carb: Substitute spiralized zucchini noodles (“zoodles”) for pasta.
Protein boost: Stir in shredded chicken or flaked salmon for a heartier meal.
Herby variation: Add fresh basil or cilantro to the blender for a pesto-like vibe.

Nutrition

Calories: 420 cal Per Serving
Carbohydrates: 35 g
Protein: 20 g