Avocado Carbonara: A Creamy, Guilt-Free Twist with Turkey Bacon
Delight in this creamy and guilt-free Avocado Carbonara, featuring turkey bacon for a healthier twist on a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 6 ounces turkey bacon, chopped
- 8 ounces spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and garlic, sauté for 1 minute.
- In a blender, combine avocados, Parmesan, sautéed garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Drain the pasta and combine with avocado sauce and crispy turkey bacon.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to add proteins or vegetables as desired.
- This dish is best served fresh!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Avocado Carbonara, healthy pasta, turkey bacon, guilt-free recipes