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Creamy Avocado Pesto Pasta

A close-up of a generous portion of Avocado Pesto Pasta, coated in vibrant green sauce, served on a wooden board.
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Enjoy a vibrant and creamy pasta dish made with fresh avocado, basil, garlic, and olive oil. This recipe is quick, easy, and requires no cream for a healthy twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup pine nuts
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 ripe avocado, pitted and peeled
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta is cooking, combine basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil in a blender or food processor.
  3. Blend until smooth.
  4. Add the avocado and lemon juice to the blender.
  5. Blend again until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to the sauce to reach your desired consistency.
  8. Toss the drained pasta with the avocado pesto sauce.
  9. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, you can substitute sunflower seeds for pine nuts.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
  • This sauce is best served fresh.

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