Creamy Avocado Pasta with Roasted Grape Tomatoes

Name: Creamy Avocado Pasta with Roasted Grape Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Grape Tomatoes; 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 6 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Pasta (penne, Spaghetti); 1 whole Avocado; 1 whole Clove Of Garlic; 1/2 whole Lemon Juice; 2 Tablespoons Fresh Cilantro; 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano; 1/2 teaspoons Kosher Salt (more To Taste); 1/2 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper, More To Taste

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Toss tomatoes in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and dust with salt and pepper.
2
Roast for 20 minutes until the tomatoes begin to burst open.
3
Cook the pasta to al dente, according to the instructions on the package.
4
Meanwhile, make the sauce by placing the avocado, garlic clove, and lemon juice into a food processor and process until smooth.
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Add in the remaining olive oil, cilantro, oregano and salt and continue to process, scraping down the sides as needed.
6
Add more olive oil if you prefer a thinner sauce.
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When pasta is done cooking, drain it and set aside in a large bowl.
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Toss the sauce with the cooked pasta until all the pasta is coated.
9
Garnish with freshly ground black pepper and the roasted tomatoes.
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Serve immediately*.
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*The sauce doesnt reheat well so planning for leftovers is not a good idea.
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Try to make just what youll need for your meal.

347

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Grape Tomatoes, 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 6 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Pasta (penne, Spaghetti), 1 whole Avocado, and more.

Yes, Creamy Avocado Pasta with Roasted Grape Tomatoes falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!