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Avocado Carbonara

Creamy Avocado Carbonara - A Healthy Twist on Classic Pasta

Creamy Avocado Carbonara offers a healthy twist on classic pasta, blending avocados with crispy bacon and kale for a delightful, nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces linguini noodles or gluten-free pasta
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 ripe avocados ensure they are ripe
  • 4 egg yolks can substitute with silken tofu for vegan
  • 2 cups fresh kale can swap with spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil for smooth blending
  • 1 lemon juice fresh is preferred
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika use smoked paprika for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne adjust to taste
For the Protein and Garnish
  • 4 slices bacon can substitute with vegetarian alternative
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese use nutritional yeast for dairy-free
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 cup pasta water reserve before draining pasta

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Large pot
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add linguini and cook for 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a blender, combine avocados, egg yolks, kale, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and cayenne. Blend until smooth.
  3. With the blender running, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  4. Toss drained pasta with the avocado sauce in a pot over low heat until well coated.
  5. Fold in cooked bacon and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese and pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure avocados are ripe for the best texture. Adjust spices and greens as desired for variations.

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