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Avocado Carbonara

Creamy Avocado Carbonara: Healthy Pasta Ready in 30 Minutes

This Avocado Carbonara offers a healthy twist on a classic dish, ready in under 30 minutes and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Linguini Noodles Gluten-free pasta can be used.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 ripe Avocados Ensure they are ripe for best results.
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Can be omitted for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup Kale Can substitute with spinach.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh is preferable.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Choose high-quality oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Can be substituted with sea salt.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika adds extra flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Pasta Water Reserve when draining pasta.
Optional Add-ins
  • 4 slices Bacon Can be omitted for a vegetarian option.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast makes a great dairy-free substitute.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Blender or food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add your linguini noodles and cook for about 8-10 minutes until they reach al dente tenderness. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the linguini and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, gather your blender or food processor. Add ripe avocados, egg yolks, kale, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, paprika, and a pinch of cayenne. Blend until smooth and creamy, around 1-2 minutes.
  3. With the blender still running, slowly drizzle in the reserved hot pasta water a little at a time until the sauce is creamy and well combined. Adjust consistency as needed.
  4. Pour the creamy avocado carbonara sauce over the drained linguini in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently until the pasta is coated.
  5. For an added savory crunch, sprinkle in crumbled bacon and toss again. Grate fresh Parmesan cheese over the top or mix in nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure avocados are ripe for the best texture. Reserve enough pasta water to adjust the sauce's consistency as needed.

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