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Avocado Pesto Pasta with Zucchini Noodles and White Beans

This avocado pesto pasta is a delicious way to add more healthy fats, plant-based protein, and veggies into your day. It is also a great way to enjoy a lower-carb diabetes-friendly pasta.
Servings: 3
Calories: 459.3kcal
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes

Ingredients

Avocado Pesto (makes ¾ cup of pesto)

  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 avocado ripe
  • 1 ½ cup basil leaves
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper

Pasta

  • 1 cup pasta spaghetti, whole wheat, cooked
  • 1.5 cup zucchini noodles
  • 1 cup white beans canned, rinsed and drained
  • 3 cups arugula

Notes

*You can make zucchini noodles by using a spiralizer, grater, or vegetable peeler. Otherwise you can purchase prepared zucchini noodles.

Instructions

  • To a food processor, combine garlic, avocado, basil, olive oil, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Process until everything is well combined. For a thinner consistency, you may need to add 1-2 tablespoons of water.
    1 clove garlic, 1 avocado, 1 ½ cup basil, ¼ cup olive oil, 1 lemon, 3 tbsp nutritional yeast, ¼ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper
  • To a mixing bowl, toss together the avocado pesto with spaghetti, zucchini noodles, cannellini beans, and arugula.
    1 cup pasta, 1.5 cup zucchini, 1 cup white beans, 3 cups arugula
  • Portion into three serving bowls and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

  • Consistency of Avocado Pesto: Adjust the consistency of the pesto by adding water a tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired thickness. The sauce should coat the pasta and vegetables well without being overly heavy.
  • Customization: Feel free to customize the vegetable components based on availability or preference. The recipe is quite versatile, allowing for substitutions such as spinach for arugula or adding other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or bell peppers.
  • Serving Temperature: This dish can be enjoyed both warm and cold, making it a great option for leftovers or meal prep for the week.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Avocado Pesto Pasta with Zucchini Noodles and White Beans
Amount per Serving
Calories
459.3
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
29.3
g
45
%
Saturated Fat
 
4.1
g
26
%
Sodium
 
219.3
mg
10
%
Potassium
 
1237
mg
35
%
Carbohydrates
 
42.1
g
14
%
Fiber
 
14.1
g
59
%
Sugar
 
5.3
g
6
%
Protein
 
14.7
g
29
%
Vitamin C
 
52.2
mg
63
%
Calcium
 
141.4
mg
14
%
Iron
 
4.5
mg
25
%
Magnesium
 
105.4
mg
26
%
Zinc
 
2.1
mg
14
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.