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    Avocado Pasta Sauce

    Published: Aug 26, 2018 · Modified: Oct 9, 2022 by Laura · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This easy, healthy, creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce recipe is made with 5 ingredients and is ready in under 5 minutes! This avocado sauce is delicious served over noodles, zucchini noodles, rice, or your favorite veggies!

    overhead photo of a bowl of pasta covered in avocado pasta sauce with a fork in the bowl with twirled pasta on the fork.

    This post is sponsored by my friends at Vitamix. As always, all opinions are my own!

    Avocados. Is there any other food as perfect and versatile as an avocado? Guacamole? Yes Please. Creamy smoothies? Always. Avocado Pasta Sauce? Yes and YES! This recipe is one of my all-time, got-to favorites that has had its place in my kitchen for quite some time now.

    This avocado pasta sauce is made with 5, good-for-you ingredients and is ready in under 5 minutes! It's the perfect dish for an easy weeknight dinner because it's so easy to make.

    This avocado sauce recipe is also packed with nutrients! It's paleo, vegan, and has no gluten, dairy or sugar! It's loaded with healthy fats which is perfect for our kids' cute little developing brains (and mommy's hair and skin)! 😉

    overhead view of a bowl of pasta with Avocado Pasta Sauce on top garnished with fresh basil and parmesan cheese

    How to make Avocado Pasta Sauce 

    As always, we will chat about how to make this recipe step-by-step! It's insanely simple, so there's not much to remark on, but I will give you all the tips and tricks I can!

    1. Use a Vitamix. You know I'm fiercely loyal to my blender, however you can use a regular blender or food processor to make this recipe without any problems.
    2. Make sure liquid ingredients go in first. Adding the liquid ingredients first makes blending easier.
    3. Stop and stir. Depending on the size of your container, you may need to stop, scrape down the sides, and then continue blending. This is totally normal!
    4. Choose the consistency. the length of time you choose to blend this avocado sauce will determine the amount of chunks of basil present. I like to leave a few because they are pretty and delicious. But if you have kids who will try to pick them all out because eating anything leafy and green is out of the question, I recommend blending until the sauce is completely smooth!

    And that's it! See how easy it is to make this avocado pasta sauce?!

    collage of 6 photos showing how to make Avocado Pasta Sauce

    What to serve with Avocado Pasta Sauce

    I suggest stirring it into warm foods (pasta, rice, etc.) instead of heating it up by itself because too much heat changes the nature of the avocado. Here are some serving suggestions:

    • Serve it over your favorite pasta (like this homemade whole wheat pasta) or gluten-free pasta!
    • Toss your favorite zucchini noodles (or any other veggie noodles) with this avocado sauce!
    • Mix it into rice or cauliflower rice for a great side dish!
    • Use it as a creamy dressing for your favorite green salad!
    • My personal preference: I eat this avocado pasta sauce recipe most often with this recipe for balsamic sausage and peppers.
    front view of a bowl of pasta with Avocado Pasta Sauce on top garnished with fresh basil and parmesan cheese

    Store/freeze

    Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Try to let as little air as possible get to the sauce so it doesn't brown by using a container that just fits the amount you need to store, or cover the surface with extra lemon juice.

    overhead photo of a bowl of pasta covered in avocado pasta sauce with a fork in the bowl with twirled pasta on the fork.

    Recipe FAQs

    Can I double this recipe?

    Yes, if you are feeding a large crowd this recipe doubles very well. It's also easier to blend with a larger amount of ingredients!

    What goes well with avocado sauce?

    Serve it over your favorite pasta (like this homemade whole wheat pasta) or gluten-free pasta!
    Toss your favorite zucchini noodles (or any other veggie noodles) with this avocado sauce!
    Mix it into rice or cauliflower rice for a great side dish!
    Use it as a creamy dressing for your favorite green salad!
    My personal preference: I eat this avocado pasta sauce recipe most often with this recipe for balsamic sausage and peppers.

    Does avocado sauce turn brown?

    Yes, it can turn brown when exposed to oxygen. So I suggest storing it in an airtight container with a drizzle of lemon juice over the surface to prevent browning. It's best served immediately.

    Can you reheat avocado pasta?

    Yes, but I suggest heating up the noodles (or other vessel you will be serving it on) and mixing in the sauce and letting the food warm it up for the best results.

    overhead photo of a bowl of pasta covered in avocado pasta sauce with a fork in the bowl with twirled pasta on the fork.

    Avocado Pasta Sauce: Ingredients and Substitutions 

    • Avocados. This recipe calls for two, medium avocados. If you can only find the very large ones, one should do! I do not recommend making any substitutions for avocado, as it is the very essence of this recipe!
    • Fresh Basil. I personally do not think this is optional, and I do not recommend making any substitutions. If you must, dried basil could be used, but it will change the taste of the sauce (but it will still be great)!
    • Olive Oil. Avocado oil can be used in place of olive oil with great results! If you enjoy fancy olive oils...garlic flavored, herb flavored, etc. feel free to get creative and use your favorite!
    • Lemon Juice. Fresh or bottled works great!
    • Minced Garlic. I often substitute garlic powder for the minced garlic. If you love garlic then feel free to add more to suit your tastes!
    overhead photo of a bowl of pasta covered in avocado pasta sauce with a fork in the bowl with twirled pasta on the fork.

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    Avocado Pasta Sauce with Fresh Basil

    Laura
    This easy, healthy, creamy Avocado Pasta Sauce recipe is made with 5 ingredients and is ready in under 5 minutes! This avocado sauce is delicious served over noodles, zucchini noodles, rice, or your favorite veggies!
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Italian
    Servings 1 cup sauce (about 4 servings)
    Calories 145.8 kcal

    Equipment

    • Vitamix blender
    • measuring spoons
    • measuring cups
    • spatula

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 medium avocados
    • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
    • 1 TBS olive oil
    • 1 TBS lemon juice
    • ½ tsp minced garlic or more to taste
    • ¼ - ½ tsp sea salt
    • dash of freshly ground black pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • Place all ingredients into the container of your Vitamix blender.
    • Blend, starting on low speed and increasing to high, for 30-60 seconds or until mixture is smooth.
    • Remove sauce from the container. 
    • Serve over your favorite bowl of warm pasta, zoodles, rice or veggies!

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    Notes

    Store/freeze

    Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 1 month. Try to let as little air as possible get to the sauce so it doesn't brown by using a container that just fits the amount you need to store, or cover the surface with extra lemon juice.

    Ingredient Substitutions 

    • Avocados. This recipe calls for two, medium avocados. If you can only find the very large ones, one should do! I do not recommend making any substitutions for avocado, as it is the very essence of this recipe!
    • Fresh Basil. I personally do not think this is optional, and I do not recommend making any substitutions. If you must, dried basil could be used, but it will change the taste of the sauce (but it will still be great)!
    • Olive Oil. Avocado oil can be used in place of olive oil with great results! If you enjoy fancy olive oils...garlic flavored, herb flavored, etc. feel free to get creative and use your favorite!
    • Lemon Juice. Fresh or bottled works great!
    • Minced Garlic. I often substitute garlic powder for the minced garlic. If you love garlic then feel free to add more to suit your tastes!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25cupCalories: 145.8kcalCarbohydrates: 7.7gProtein: 1.8gFat: 13.4gSaturated Fat: 1.8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8.5gSodium: 271.9mgPotassium: 451.6mgFiber: 6gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 270IUVitamin C: 11.1mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 0.6mg
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    1. Tai

      June 14, 2022 at 10:00 am

      Any chance of substituting the basil with cilantro and using as a sauce over nachos?

      Reply
      • Laura

        June 14, 2022 at 2:44 pm

        I love the way you think. I have actually been developing a delicious Mexican-inspired avocado cream sauce and am almost there. I'd suggest using lime juice and cilantro! You can't go wrong with that combo!

        Reply
    2. Elena Cole

      July 26, 2021 at 12:03 am

      I will certainly try the avocado pasta sauce!

      Reply
    3. Miro

      August 07, 2020 at 5:50 am

      5 stars
      I love this recipe a lot and enjoy to make it as a lazy summer lunch, where i'll usually make half a recipe and eat it with cold spaghetti.... It's really delicious and makes me feel healthy and ready to continue working hard. I have also seen great results with homemade basil oil in place of the olive oil!

      Reply
      • Laura

        August 07, 2020 at 2:54 pm

        Thank you Miro!

        Reply
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