This quick vegetarian pasta is tossed in a creamy avocado sauce that is to-die-for yummy, then drizzled with balsamic dressing for an extra level of flavor! A healthy and satisfying summer dish!
Prep Time: 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 15 minutesminutes
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Total Time: 25 minutesminutes
Servings:4servings
Ingredients
8ouncesbow tie pasta, cooked al dente according to package instructions and drained
balsamic salad dressing (optional)
¼cupshredded parmesan cheese , or Italian cheese blend
1avocado, roughly mashed with a fork
juice of ½ lemon , (about 1 T)
3tablespoonsolive oil
1teaspoondried parsley
salt and pepper, to taste
optional: fresh parsley or other herbs, tomatoes, additional cheese
Instructions
In a food processor or blender combine mashed avocado, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, and salt and pepper and pulse until smooth. Taste and add salt and pepper if desired.
Add cooked pasta to a large bowl. Toss with avocado sauce until coated well. Add cheese and stir to combine.
Serve pasta at room temp or cold. Add tomatoes, fresh herbs, and additional cheese if desired. Drizzle with balsamic salad dressing immediately before eating.
Notes
Add diced or shredded cooked chicken to round this out into a hearty meal.