Creamy Avocado and Lime Pasta

This creamy avocado and lime pasta is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that's packed with flavor. The avocado provides a creamy base, while the lime juice adds a bright and tangy flavor. The red onion and cilantro add a bit of crunch and freshness, and the walnuts or pecans add a touch of nutty flavor. This pasta is also a great way to use up leftover avocadoes.

I first developed this recipe a few years ago when I was looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner that was also healthy and flavorful. I had some leftover avocadoes in my fridge, and I was trying to figure out what to do with them. I decided to mash them up and add them to some cooked pasta, along with some lime juice, olive oil, red onion, and cilantro. The result was a delicious and creamy pasta that was also really easy to make. I've been making this pasta ever since, and it's become one of my favorite go-to recipes.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound pasta
• 2 ripe avocados
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
2. While the pasta is cooking, mash the avocados in a large bowl.
3. Add the lime juice, olive oil, red onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper to the avocados and mix until well combined.
4. Drain the pasta and add it to the avocado mixture.
5. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
6. Serve immediately, topped with walnuts or pecans, if desired.

Why It Works

• The avocado provides a creamy base that coats the pasta evenly.
• The lime juice adds a bright and tangy flavor that balances out the richness of the avocado.
• The red onion and cilantro add a bit of crunch and freshness to the dish.
• The walnuts or pecans add a touch of nutty flavor and crunch.