Avocado Basil Pasta

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Serving size: 1 Person

INGREDIENTS:

• For Pasta
  • 50g Crave Green Multi-Millet
  • 1L Water
  • A generous amount of salt
• For Sauce
  • 1 medium Avocado
  • 1/2 cup Basil
  • 3-4 Cloves of Garlic
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast, 1/2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • Juice of half a Lemon
  • 1/2 Cup reserved Pasta Water
• For Seasoning (To Taste)
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Chilli Flakes
  • Oregano

STEPS TO PREPARE PASTA:

1. Boil 50gm Multi-Millet Pasta in boiling water for 8-10 mins. (Reserve some pasta water to add extra flavor to your sauce)
2. Meanwhile, in a blender, blend 1 medium avocado, 1/2 cup basil, 3-4 cloves of garlic, 1 tbsp nutritional yeast, 1/2 tbsp olive oil, juice of half a lemon, and 1/2 cup pasta water until smooth. 
3. Transfer the blended puree to a pan and cook on low flame.
4. Add salt, oregano, black pepper and chilli flakes into it. Stir well for 1-2 minutes.
5. Add the boiled pasta to the pan and toss to coat it evenly in the creamy green sauce. Cook for an additional minute to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve hot, garnished with chili flakes or fresh herbs like parsley or basil, if desired.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

• Calories:  ~386 kcal
• Protein:  ~20g
• Carbohydrates:  ~24g
• Fats: ~24g