Description
A vibrant, creamy Green Goddess Pasta bursting with fresh herbs, lemon, and greens a wholesome, flavor-packed meal that’s light yet satisfying.
Ingredients
12 oz pasta (such as rotini or penne)
1 ripe avocado
1 cup baby spinach
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup fresh parsley
2 green onions, chopped
1 garlic clove
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings: extra Parmesan, crushed red pepper, or toasted pine nuts
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, spinach, basil, parsley, green onions, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, Parmesan, and yogurt.
3. Blend until smooth, adding a bit of pasta water as needed to reach a creamy consistency.
4. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Toss the warm pasta with the green goddess sauce until evenly coated.
6. If needed, add a splash more pasta water to loosen the sauce.
7. Serve immediately topped with extra Parmesan, a sprinkle of crushed red pepper, or toasted pine nuts.
Notes
Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Use arugula instead of spinach for a peppery twist.
The sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: green goddess pasta, creamy herb pasta, avocado pasta sauce, healthy vegetarian dinner