Name: Cherry Tomato Pasta with Avocado Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (14-1/2 ounces) protein-enriched rotini (about 3-1/2 cups uncooked); 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and pitted; 1 cup fresh spinach; 1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves; 2 garlic cloves, halved; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper; 1/3 cup olive oil; 1 cup assorted cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup pine nuts; Optional: Shredded Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese and grated lime zest

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Cherry Tomato Pasta with Avocado Sauce

15 min10 servings

Heart-healthy avocado makes this pasta dish feel indulgent without being overly rich. The flavorful sauce is so luscious, you’ll think there is cream hiding in there. It’s guilt-free and dairy-free, but with a texture and consistency that’s similar to traditional cream-based sauces. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

Ingredients

1 package (14-1/2 ounces) protein-enriched rotini (about 3-1/2 cups uncooked)

2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and pitted

1 cup fresh spinach

1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves

2 garlic cloves, halved

2 tablespoons lime juice

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

1/3 cup olive oil

1 cup assorted cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup pine nuts

Optional: Shredded Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese and grated lime zest

Instructions

1 Cook rotini according to package directions for al dente. Meanwhile, place avocados, spinach, basil, garlic, lime juice, salt and pepper in a food processor; pulse until chopped. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream.

2 Drain rotini; transfer to a large bowl. Add avocado mixture and tomatoes; toss to coat. Sprinkle with pine nuts, and add toppings as desired.