8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled
1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Optional: Shredded Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese and grated lime zest
1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions for al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. Meanwhile, place avocado, basil, oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper in a food processor; pulse until blended. Add water to reach desired consistency
2. Drain spaghetti; return to pan. Add sauce and toss to coat.
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 330 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 247mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein.