Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Boil Water: Bring 1.5 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Once boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt and 3 teaspoons of oil. The oil prevents the pasta from sticking together.
- Cook the Pasta: Add 5 oz (140g) of your favorite pasta to the boiling water. Stir occasionally and cook according to the package instructions (typically 8-10 minutes), until the pasta is al dente.
- Drain the Pasta: Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set it aside. Optionally, you can toss it with a little olive oil to prevent it from sticking while you prepare the sauce.
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine 1 medium avocado, 2 cloves of garlic, 1/4 cup of fresh spinach, 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides to ensure everything is fully combined. If the mixture is too thick, add a tablespoon of water to help it blend better.
- Sauté the Garlic: Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of chopped garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Vegetables: Add 1/4 cup of sliced red onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Then, add 1/4 cup of sweet corn and 1/2 cup of halved cherry tomatoes.
- Season the Vegetables: Season with salt, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened but still retain their color and texture.
- Add the Pasta to the Vegetables: Once the vegetables are cooked, add the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, ensuring the pasta is coated in the vegetable mixture.
- Add the Avocado Spinach Sauce: Pour the avocado spinach mixture over the pasta and gently toss to combine, making sure all the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
- Plate the Pasta: Transfer the creamy avocado spinach pasta to serving plates.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chili flakes on top for an added kick of spice. You can also add a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese if you prefer.
