Avocadough Pasta
on Apr 22, 2024, Updated Apr 11, 2025
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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 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.
Avocadough 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 avocadough pasta into the butter garlic sauce and top with parmesan.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
