Avocado Carbonara
Avocado Carbonara is a fresh, innovative take on the traditional Italian dish that swaps heavy cream for nutritious avocados, creating a creamy and satisfying pasta experience. This vibrant recipe combines linguini noodles with a rich avocado sauce enhanced by lemon juice and garlic, making it perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. With its delightful blend of flavors and healthy ingredients, your family and friends will be impressed with this deliciously light meal that’s both nourishing and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling/Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Linguini Noodles
- 2 ripe Avocados
- 2 Egg Yolks
- 2 large Kale leaves
- 3–4 cloves Garlic
- ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 ½ Tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ½ teaspoon Paprika
- Pinch Cayenne
- 1 cup reserved Pasta Water
- 4–5 slices cooked Turkey Bacon, crumbled
- ⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the linguini until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a blender, combine avocados, egg yolks, kale, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and cayenne. Blend until smooth.
- Gradually add reserved pasta water to the sauce while blending until you reach your desired consistency.
- Toss the sauce with drained linguini in a mixing bowl. Add crumbled turkey bacon and parmesan cheese; mix well.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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