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Avocado Carbonara

Avocado Carbonara
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Avocado Carbonara is a refreshing and creamy take on the classic Italian dish, perfect for summer dining. This vibrant pasta recipe blends ripe avocados into a luscious sauce, providing a healthier alternative without sacrificing flavor. With the addition of turkey bacon for a satisfying crunch and kale for extra nutrients, this dish is an excellent choice for family dinners, potlucks, or quick weeknight meals. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s not only quick to prepare but also customizable with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Enjoy the rich flavors of garlic, lemon juice, and spices that make this Avocado Carbonara a delightful culinary experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb Linguini Noodles
  • 2 Avocados (peeled)
  • 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 Pasta Water (reserved)
  • 4–5 slices Turkey Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)

Instructions

  1. Cook the linguini noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a blender, combine avocados, egg yolks, kale leaves, garlic cloves, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and cayenne. Blend until smooth.
  3. With the reserved pasta water running through the blender on low speed, add hot pasta water gradually until the sauce reaches a creamy consistency.
  4. Pour the avocado sauce over cooked linguini and stir to combine.
  5. Fold in crumbled turkey bacon and shredded Parmesan cheese before serving.

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