Creamy Avocado Beef Pasta

Name: Creamy Avocado Beef Pasta
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 100g pasta (any type); 100g ground beef; 1 ripe avocado; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)

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25 minTotal time

mediumDifficulty

650kcal / serving

Ingredients

For 1 serving

servings

Ingredient substitutions

Ground beef Ground lamb in the same amount
Pasta An equal amount of another pasta shape
Fresh herbs Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Nutrition per serving

Estimated values for 1 serving, 650 kcal

Protein31 g

Carbohydrates58 g

Fat32 g

Fiber 8 g · Sugar 3 g · Sodium 520 mg

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Savor the rich flavors of creamy avocado paired with succulent beef and perfectly cooked pasta, topped with a fried egg for a delightful twist. This dish is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect main course.

Main Dish

Steps

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the ground beef. Season with salt and pepper, cooking until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
While the beef cooks, scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl and mash it with a fork. Add salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice for flavor.
In the same skillet, push the cooked beef to the side and crack an egg into the pan, frying it sunny-side up until the whites are set but the yolk is still runny.
Combine the cooked pasta with the beef, mixing well. Serve on a plate topped with the mashed avocado and the fried egg. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Tips for Creamy Avocado Beef Pasta

The avocado should look smooth but retain a little texture; if it turns watery, it may have been overmixed or overly ripe.
Toss the pasta with the beef while both are warm, then add avocado at serving so its color stays fresher.
Use a wide skillet so the beef browns rather than steams, and a nonstick pan makes the delicate fried egg easier to lift.

Drink pairing

A medium-bodied red like a Rioja
Its savory fruit complements the browned beef, while enough freshness balances the creamy avocado and egg.

0% option: Sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and keep for 3–4 days. The avocado may darken and the egg yolk will firm; reheat the pasta and beef until steaming hot, and add freshly mashed avocado if desired.