Thanks for the great recipe. Thanks for the delicious recipe! It was AMAZING. I think I will be making this for any up coming potlucks. This looks yummy! Creamy avocado and delicious smoked salmon feel like an indulgence, but this dish comes in at under 300 calories meaning you can have a little bit of luxury any day of the week. Would love another great excuse to use my spiralizer, though!! Added in basil and oregano to season. Unfortunately, calories dont tell the full story. Even though avocados are mostly eaten raw, you can save the ripe avocados by cooking them the right way. Decadent! Directions. Very light and flavorful! Just made for lunch. Made this for my picky toddler with great success! Made this the other daydeliciousand it does reheat the next day, incidentally, added grated parmesan on top. Set aside. Everyone loved it! My toddler goes ham over this. I sauteed some onion and mushrooms and added it to the pasta before adding the sauce. Add oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, paprika, coriander, oregano and salt and optional soy sauce. Directions: Using a can opener, open cans of black beans and sweet corn Pour black beans and sweet corn into two separate bowls Microwave each for 2 minutes to heat up Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan on medium-high heat Toss bell pepper and onion into pan Slice the avocado and spread them out on a plastic wrap-lined baking sheet. Best part is i have plenty leftovers, thank you so much for the recipe! What can I say? Thanks for sharing this. Thank you for all your delicious recipes. Thank you thank you thank you!! Not sure how leftovers would taste. I had my doubts about this one, but so good! I actually roasted my tomatoes with a bit of olive oil and a dab of brown sugar As a vegan, I really missed regular Pesto with parmesan but this recipe is as good, actually its better! With the motor running, add olive oil in a slow stream until emulsified; set aside. In 2014, I quit the corporate world to focus on more important things raising my children and taking care of my family. It is quick, easy, and delicious. I just wanted to say this was an amazing sauce and we could not get enough of it! It was still delicious the next day! 08 of 12. But unfortunately, without having tried this myself, I cannot answer with certainty. Instructions. I will definitely do this again, and tomorrow Ill let my parents try this out (I made a large batch of sauce, too much for just one person. When you are done, pile rice into two bowls, then add salmon filet on the side. Hi, do you blend the avocado mixture with warm or cool pasta? this recipe looks incredibly yummy, my husband and i cant wait to try it. Its completely up to you. And I saute it. Any idea why my other half thought it tasted like Id put banana in it? Unfortunately, it will not keep until the next day. Just made this and really loved it! Combine all the ingredients for the pork Mix well and marinate Mix ground pork (you can use beef, chicken, or crumbled tofu for vegetarian option), chopped garlic, ginger, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, and black pepper. Then cut each half into 2-3 strips (depends how wide), peel and slice. To serve, halve avocados and remove pits. xx. Halved the avocado. Learn how your comment data is processed. Used pan fried garlic I made this last night and it was so good! Have you ever had egg in your coffee? Tira, the sauce is already amazingly creamy as it is written. Vietnamese iced milk coffee (ca phe sua da) is the most popular coffee drink in Vietnam. Sprinkle with some toasted coconut flakes and serve! You can certainly give the blender a try, but it is really best to use a food processor to create a smooth emulsion of the sauce. In a large salad bowl, add avocados, green onion, lemon juice, salt and pepper. The corn adds to it, so glad I used it. You can also substitute roasted corn. Oven Method. this was soooo good! I added some sauted mushrooms, and didnt add any oil. Avocado Compound Butter. Greg DuPree. I also consoled myself after an exam with boba milk tea. I just tried this and I must said it was surprisingly delicious!! Below is an avocado display at a Saigon smoothie shop in the Dakao part of town. When Im not an uncompensated full-time taxi driver, personal chef, and laundry machine operator to my two children, I spend my spare time practicing and perfecting traditional Vietnamese home cooking recipes. If youre in the mood for pasta right now but dont want anything plain, make this! 2. I love the idea of having a creamy sauce without the cream!!! Thank you for sharing! Place the avocado halves on a baking sheet and scoop out some of the flesh to make a bigger hole. Step 1 In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat oil. However, at over $4 a drink, the drink doesnt come cheap. I replaced the pasta with zoodles for an amazing vegan treat. It can be served either hot or cold. Wondering if Spaghettii Squash could be used in place of pasta. I dont understand how or why it works, but if you leave the pit from the avocado in your guacamole (or avocado pasta) it wont brown. Pretty goodwould halve the amount of olive oil next time the recipe as-written was a bit too oily for my liking and the olive oil flavor was a bit too strong. I was serioulsy just sitting here thinking.. Really want to try this out but not sure what else could be a substitute? In Vietnam, we use avocados in desserts. Is it served hot or cold? In Vietnam, we use them in desserts such as avocados shakes and smoothies. Drizzle some of the sweetened coconut milk over the top. I made this for dinner tonight and it was wonderful. I kind of changed it up to resemble guacamole with lime juice, onion, and roasted garlic instead of raw garlic. I hope the taste is out of this world and I cant wait more to try this at home for the family. Rich, creamy, fresh, and delicious. If you like boba as much as I do, we can be best friends. Some people stick with only sweetened condensed milk as the sweetener, but I find adding a bit of granulated sugar helps cream the avocado into the smooth velvety texture in the blender. Pineapple-Banana Coffee Cake. Made this tonight and loved it! Yum! Still turned out creamy and oh, so good. Move over pasta salad! I had one avocado to use up because it was starting to get over ripe. (I didnt put the corn kernels dont fancy them ), Big hit with the house. It actually tastes just great! Came out perfect. I wonder if adding some chicken to this would taste okay?? And will share it on my work Facebook page too, Im always looking for healthy recipes to suggest to my clients. It was so so good. This looks AMAZING and so healthy. What a gorgeous, decadent looking dish and to top it off no guilt! Not the lowest cal, but what pasta is? x. fabulous ,,,, I love avocado with any thing !!! For 1 serving, about 16 points. Just made for dinner. Well, all you need are a couple of ripe avocados, fresh basil leaves, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil. i like this recipe, so much ! Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. I just posted an avocado pesto recipe, sort of similar. Thoughts? Great! I made this tonight on a whim. Do you think this could be frozen ? Place the almond milk in one bowl, the almond flour in the next bowl and combine the coating ingredients in the the third bowl. Even my husband, who is not generally excited by new recipes, raved about this one! Ever since I learned the cut onion trick it has changed my life! Now that the evil (but fabulous) promotion is over, it's time to detox with a healthy alternative and a summer time favorite: Vietnamese Avocado Milk Shake or Sinh T B. I once told my husband, "If you cut me open, I'll bleed milk tea." Authentic Thai tea is made of orange-dyed black tea mixed with a bit of sugar, sweetened condensed milk and evaporated milk. I think this calls for a trade. Use a fork to smash your avocado into a smooth consistency. Thank you so much for this recipe. All you need is simple, fresh ingredients. Bookmarking and trying for sure . Way too much olive oil. Added sauted mushrooms in at the end. He asked,"Why are you so morbid?" YUM! Try it piled on top of toast with a poached egg, spooned into a salad with roasted veg, or blitzed into a guacamole to cool down spicy dishes. It remarkable tasting. I might wanna try this recipe. Ingredients 12 ounces spaghetti 2 ripe avocados, halved, seeded and peeled cup fresh basil leaves 2 cloves garlic 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste cup olive oil 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved cup canned corn kernels, drained and rinsed Instructions This is so yummmyyy!! these looks awesomely delicious. Super creamy and smooth. To make the avocado sauce, combine avocados, basil, garlic and lemon juice in the bowl of a food processor; season with salt and pepper, to taste. <3. Please remember that avocado is high in calories. Hello there! I used so many variation, like without garlic, or with some different vegetables for added nutritions. "Cook steak, chicken, or even fish and top with a a coin of compound butter to add delicious buttery flavor," says Mitchell, the recipe submitter. Cant wait to try this! Cant seem to find a vegan section on your site though searching for vegan only brings up one lentil chilli recipe, Hello, You'll fall in love with this tangy, delicious plant-based sour cream alternative as soon as you give it a try. I actually prefer it! I made something very similar to this for my own recipe book, but never thought to corn or tomatoes. Thank you for all your delicious recipes. Its fantastic a few days later! This was spectacular. Deliciousthank you! How many cups of sauce does this make? Is that why it was thick? I just tried this. I left out the cherry tomatoes and corn and it was still great. Every times it comes out super delicious. Ive used this trick with guacamole, so thought it might transfer. I sub a good spoonful of pesto for the basil/garlic/oil and thin with pasta water. Recipe: Chilled Radish-and-Avocado Soup This light and refreshing dish has a peppery bite from radishes, hot sauce, and chile powder that is balanced out by creamy avocados, tangy whole buttermilk, and a little honey for sweetness. The current Nutrition Facts reflects this correction. It also cuts down the richness from the sweetened condensed milk. This with chickpea pasta is super delicious. Toast your coconut flakes in the oven for 2-3 minutes until they turn a light brown color. Since its getting close to Winter here and Im one who cant regulate my own body heat for the life of me (says the husband), I rely on hot Vietnamese milk coffee (ca phe sua nong) this time of year to keep me warm. I even left out the oil because of my diet and it was fantastic! I think it could be extremely healthy and tasty with zucchini noodles. It is SO good! Since the avocado slices are baked, not fried, this quick and easy dish will provide you with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats (the "good" fats according to the AHA) without the unhealthy. By clicking "Accept All Cookies", you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. This will keep for a day or two it just may not be pretty . This was so very yummy! For the dressing: In a small mixing bowl whisk together lemon juice, red wine vinegar, extra virgin oil oil, honey, garlic, cilantro, parsley, oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Next time, Ill try some of the additions that are being suggested. Added chicken sausage, some shredded parm, and a handful of chopped walnuts (only on my dish). I wonder if the avocado sauce would be yummy on zucchini noodles, like in the Zucchini Shrimp Scampi recipe? Sinh T B is a ice-blended drink of ripe avocados, sugar, milk and sweetened condensed milk. I tried the avocado pit trick and was able to keep these pasta leftovers for a day or so. I know next time I make it Ill use a food processor! It was a great way to get my kids to eat avacados. The only thing I added was toasted pine nuts which were great! That sounds like a great substitute but I cant really say for sure without further recipe testing. This was my first time with this pasta; next time I will cook it even longer.). Wow! Add a scoop of the avocado into a small cup. Id option for some sweated out sweet onions or shallots in the mix in the blender to add that sweetness to the background. Thanks for posting. Cannot wait.. I just made this (w/some minor changes) and its delicious. Vietnamese iced milk coffee (Ca phe Sua Da) is the most popular coffee drink in Vietnam. will have to try this. . To make the roll ups you take 1 slice of turkey, spread 1 tablespoon of hummus over the top, add a couple slices of avocado, and roll up. The creaminess of the avocado is absolutely delicious! Set aside and let cool for 10 minutes. I almost swooned when I saw the picture and the title. Very garlicky, but I like that. Might even sneak a few spinach leaves into the food processor next time for an added punch. Thank you for the recipe!! Try the best healthy avocado recipes from BBC Good Food. It's refreshing summer drink and a great alternative to traditional American milk shakes. Or maybe this was not seasoned properly? I much would have preferred to do this pasta. This was just so damn delicious. I made this today and it was very good. And now, I can eat them in the most glorious, most creamy pasta Ive ever had. I tried this recipe yesterday and made it without garlic but with wild garlic pasta. . Than I just add fruits and healthy snacks. Thus avoiding fast food and eating out. Thinking of it as a lunch box option. In Vietnam, sng sm is a refreshing green jelly drink, mixed with sugar, flavored with banana extract, and served over crushed ice. Hi! Halved the avocado. Toss it with the chicken in a bowl, coating all sides well, and/ or brush it onto the portobellos. Didnt tell my BF that I added anchovies (since he hates em) til he was on his second bowl. As a general comment, I LOVE YOUR SITE!! Thank you so much for the support! This sounds so tasty! Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Didnt brown at all. Thisll be awesome to use up our extras this week! I used frozen spinach, a tablespoon of olive oil instead and a bit of milk so that my blender actually works. Cook Time 0 mins. Jackfruit Mango Soursop Lychee Strawberry Dragon fruit Regardless of which you choose, every single one is especially fresh and light! . Come join me in my culinary adventures where we'll be using simple, fresh ingredients and transforming them into sophisticated and elegant meals for the everyday home cook. I think I might slightly saute the garlic first instead of leaving it raw just to see how it affects the flavor. Loos Amazing! Here. You have become our go-to place for menu planning!! I am the only avocado liver in the house and only ever bought them if I could face eating a whole one on the spot. Tag me on Instagram at, Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window). I just found your recipe on pinterest and it looks really good so I definitely want to make it. I like the idea of the corn in it. This is a traditional recipe that doesnt require a blender. It is a refreshing drink to quench your thirst and cool you down on hot summer days.