Best-Ever Avocado Pasta

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A creamy, no-dairy pasta dish made with ripe avocados, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil. This italian-inspired pasta (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs pasta, avocados, pint cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.6 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 340 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: Mash avocados in a bowl, then stir in chopped tomatoes, minced garlic, olive oil, basil, and lemon juice. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat.
  3. Step 3: If needed, stir in reserved pasta water until sauce is creamy. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Best-Ever Avocado Pasta take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Best-Ever Avocado Pasta?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pasta from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Best-Ever Avocado Pasta?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Best-Ever Avocado Pasta for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Best-Ever Avocado Pasta vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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