Creamy Avocado Spinach Pasta

Ingredients

• 10 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 medium ripe avocados
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• cooking spray
• 1/4 cup vegan parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions. Set aside.

2. 2

   Cook Spinach: Spray a pan lightly with cooking spray, and heat over medium heat. Add spinach leaves and cook until slightly softened, 2-3 minutes.

3. 3

   Blend Sauce: Place the spinach, garlic, avocadoes, walnuts, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper into a food processor and blend until you have a smooth, creamy sauce. If you’d like it more liquid-y, add a bit more oil or lemon juice. Add additional salt and pepper, to taste.

4. 4

   Serve: Toss the creamy avocado spinach sauce with the pasta.

5. 5

   Optional Garnish: Optional: Garnish with cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, and parmesan cheese.