Avoca-dough Pasta
on Apr 22, 2024
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This is such a fun recipe and a great way to get avocado into your toddler if they like pasta! My husband and I enjoyed this avocadough pasta so much, and you can pair it with your favorite pasta sauce for a super easy dinner! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Looking for a fun and wholesome recipe that toddlers and the whole family will enjoy? Look no further than Avocadough Pasta! Made with just two simple ingredients – avocado and flour – this homemade pasta is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Let’s dive into how to make it and why it’s perfect for toddlers and families.
Ingredients:
- 1 medium avocado (about 1/2 cup mashed avocado)
- 3/4 cup- 1 cup flour
Instructions:
- Start by preparing the avocado dough. In a mixing bowl, mash the avocado until it is completely smooth.
- Add about half of the flour to the mashed avocado and mix it together using your hands or a kitchen aid dough hook.
- Gradually add the remaining flour little by little until a smooth dough forms. The dough should not be overly sticky, so add more flour if needed.
- Once the dough is smooth and pliable, form it into a ball and cut it into 8 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece of dough into a log shape, about 1/2 inch in diameter.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil on the stove.
- To shape the pasta, you can either roll each piece of dough into a ball and press a divot into the center with your thumb, or you can use scissors to chop small pieces of dough straight into the boiling water.
- Add the avocado dough to the boiling water and cook for 4 minutes. The texture of the pasta will be almost like gnocchi.
- Once cooked, drain the pasta and toss it with your favorite pasta sauce.
For a simple sauce:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt some butter and minced garlic together until fragrant.
- Add the cooked avocado pasta to the saucepan and toss to coat the pasta in the buttery garlic sauce.
- Serve the Avocadough Pasta topped with grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Why Avocadough Pasta is Great for Toddlers and Families:
- Nutrient-Rich: Avocado is packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats, making it a nutritious addition to your toddler’s diet.
- Homemade Goodness: Making pasta from scratch is a fun and educational activity for toddlers, and it allows you to control the ingredients, ensuring a wholesome meal for the whole family.
- Versatile: This avocado pasta pairs well with a variety of sauces and toppings, making it a versatile and customizable meal option for picky eaters.
- Fun to Eat: Toddlers will love the vibrant green color of the avocado pasta, and they’ll have fun shaping and eating their homemade noodles.
Storage Instructions:
Any leftover Avocadough Pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Avoca-dough Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 medium avocado, (1/2 cup avocado)
- 3/4 – 1 cup all purpose flour
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil on the stove.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the avocado until it is completely smooth.
- Add about half of the flour to the mashed avocado and mix it together using your hands or a kitchen aid dough hook.
- Gradually add the remaining flour little by little until a smooth dough forms. The dough should not be overly sticky, so add more flour if needed.
- Once the dough is smooth and pliable, form it into a ball and cut it into 8 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece of dough into a log shape, about 1/2 inch in diameter.
- To shape the pasta, you can either roll each piece of dough into a ball and press a divot into the center with your thumb, or you can use scissors to chop small pieces of dough straight into the boiling water.
- Add the avocado dough to the boiling water and cook for 4 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and cooked through.Once cooked, drain the pasta and toss it with your favorite pasta sauce.
- For a simple pasta sauce: on a pan over medium heat melt some butter and garlic until fragrant. Toss your avoca-dough pasta into the butter garlic sauce and top with parmesan.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
