Avocado Lime Pasta Sauce Recipe

This vibrant and creamy Avocado Lime Pasta Sauce is ready in just 15 minutes! A simple, yet incredibly flavorful sauce that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The zesty lime and creamy avocado create a delicious and healthy sauce that coats your pasta perfectly. Get ready for a taste of sunshine!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 208.5 kcal

Protein 5g

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The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Avocado Lime Pasta Sauce

1 lime
1 ripe avocado
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon chili powder (or more, to taste)
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Salt to taste (start with 1/4 teaspoon)
Sugar to taste (start with 1/4 teaspoon)

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How to Make Avocado Lime Pasta Sauce

Rinse 1 lime under hot water, dry thoroughly, and finely grate the zest. Set aside.
Juice the lime and measure out 2 tablespoons of juice. Set aside.
Peel 1 ripe avocado and mash it in a medium bowl with the 2 tablespoons of lime juice using a fork until smooth.
Stir in 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (or more, to taste), 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and the lime zest. Season generously with salt and sugar (start with 1/4 teaspoon of each and adjust to taste).
Cook your favorite pasta (such as penne or linguine) according to package directions.
Toss the cooked pasta with the avocado lime sauce and serve immediately. Garnish with extra parsley, if desired.