Tuna Pasta with Creamy Avocado-Basil Sauce

1.Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

2.While the pasta cooks, prepare the creamy avocado-basil sauce. In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe avocado, fresh basil leaves, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if needed to reach desired consistency.

3.Once the pasta is cooked and drained, return it to the pot over low heat. Add the creamy avocado-basil sauce and drained tuna, gently tossing to combine until the pasta is well coated and heated through, about 1-2 minutes.

4.Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.

5.Serve immediately, garnished with halved cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and lemon wedges on the side.