Creamy Avocado Pasta

Ingredients

• •12 oz linguine pasta
• •2 ripe avocados
• •2 garlic cloves, minced
• •2 tbsp lemon juice
• •1/4 cup olive oil
• •1/2 tsp salt
• •1/4 tsp black pepper
• •1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• •1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.

2. 2

   In a blender or food processor, combine avocados, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. 3

   If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water little by little until desired consistency is reached.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, toss the cooked linguine with the creamy avocado sauce until evenly coated.

5. 5

   If using, sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the pasta and mix well.

6. 6

   Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.

7. 7

   Serve immediately, enjoying the creamy, flavorful dish!