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Green Goddess Avocado Mac & Cheese

Lighter Green Goddess Avocado Mac & Cheese for Fresh Flavor

Enjoy a vibrant twist on a classic with Green Goddess Avocado Mac & Cheese, a quick, lighter dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Macaroni Feel free to use your favorite pasta shape.
  • 2 cups Milk Substitute with non-dairy milk for a vegan option.
For the Sauce
  • 2 pieces Avocados Ensure they are ripe for the best flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic In a pinch, you can use garlic powder instead.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh-squeezed is always best.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your taste preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Capers Omit if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup Basil Substitute with spinach or other leafy greens if necessary.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Consider whole grain mustard for extra texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can be swapped with butter.
  • 1 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese Feel free to swap in any strong cheese.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Blender

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine your preferred macaroni and enough milk to cover it, stirring over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, ensuring to stir frequently for about 5 minutes until it starts bubbling.
  2. Once the milk is bubbling, reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.
  3. Prepare the sauce by adding ripe avocados, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and capers to a blender. Blend on high until smooth, then add fresh basil and pulse until finely chopped.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in Dijon mustard and grated cheddar cheese, mixing until the cheese melts.
  5. Gently fold the avocado sauce into the cooked pasta, then return the pot to low heat for just a minute to warm.
  6. Spoon the Green Goddess Avocado Mac & Cheese into bowls and serve immediately while it's warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe avocados and adjust milk gradually to avoid a soupy mess. Experiment with different cheeses for delightful flavors.

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