Avocado Basil Pasta

By kimmie12

Ingredients

• 8 ounces dried bowtie and/or wagon wheel pasta
• 2 medium avocados, halved, seeded, peeled and coarsely chopped
• 6 slices bacon, crisp cooked, drained and crumbled
• 2/3 cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup finely shredded Pecorino Romano cheese

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the avocados, bacon, basil, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, pepper and salt. Add the hot pasta and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with cheese.