Creamy Chipotle Avocado Pasta

Avocado is technically a fruit, not a vegetable, and it is often referred to as a ‘superfood’ due to its nutritional benefits.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Creamy Chipotle Avocado Pasta

Cooking Method: Blending, Boiling Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 250 gram Pasta
• 2 piece Avocado
• 2 teaspoon Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a blender, combine the avocado, chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. In a large pan, heat the avocado sauce over medium heat. Add the cooked pasta and toss until well coated.
4. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
6. Serve the creamy chipotle avocado pasta garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 3g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.