Green Goddess Pasta
Enjoy a refreshing and nutritious pasta dish bursting with vibrant flavors. This recipe combines wholesome ingredients like spinach, avocado, and fresh herbs, creating a creamy and herbaceous sauce. Tossed with whole wheat pasta, this Green Goddess Pasta is a delightful way to incorporate more greens into your diet.
ingredients
- 8 oz whole wheat spaghetti
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 ripe avocado
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, or red pepper flakes
steps
- 1.
Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a blender or food processor, combine baby spinach, avocado, basil, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- 3.
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the green sauce until well coated.
- 4.
Serve the Green Goddess Pasta with optional toppings such as halved cherry tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
