Description
This Creamy Green Goddess Pasta is packed with fresh herbs, creamy avocado, and bright lemon flavor. It’s a quick and healthy dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. Toss your favorite pasta in a vibrant, green sauce that’s full of nutrients and bold flavor—ready in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
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12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti work well)
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1 ripe avocado
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1 cup fresh spinach
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1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
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1/4 cup fresh parsley
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2 green onions, chopped
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2 cloves garlic
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1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
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2 tbsp olive oil
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Juice of 1 lemon
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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1/4 cup pasta water (reserved)
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain and set pasta aside.
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In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, spinach, basil, parsley, green onions, garlic, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
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Add a splash of pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
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Toss the cooked pasta with the green goddess sauce until evenly coated. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.
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Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using and serve warm.
Notes
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To make it vegan, use dairy-free yogurt and skip the Parmesan or use a plant-based version.
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Great with grilled chicken, shrimp, or roasted veggies on top.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg