Name: Creamy Avocado Sauce for Pasta
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 2 avocados; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 0.333 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup flat-leaf parsley; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper

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Creamy Avocado Sauce for Pasta

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Ingredients

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Creamy Avocado Sauce for Pasta

2 avocados(ripe, medium-size, pitted and peeled)

2 cloves garlic

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil

1 cup flat-leaf parsley(leaves and tender stems, lightly packed)

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper(plus more to taste)

Instructions

Add the flesh of the avocados, the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper to a food processor and process until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape the inside of the bowl, 1-2 minutes. Taste and add more pepper if you like.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Avocado Ripeness Pro 🥑
Choose perfectly ripe avocados that yield gently to pressure but aren't mushy - this ensures the smoothest, creamiest sauce texture.
Lemon Brightness Hack 🍋
Zest your lemon before juicing to capture maximum citrus essence, which will add depth and brightness to the avocado sauce.
Garlic Infusion Technique 🧄
Crush garlic cloves slightly before mincing to release more essential oils and intensify the aromatic profile of your sauce.
Pasta Water Magic 💦
Reserve at least 1/2 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, as its natural starches help emulsify and thin the thick avocado sauce perfectly.
Quick Oxidation Prevention 🛡️
Add lemon juice immediately after blending avocados to prevent browning and maintain the sauce's vibrant green color.