Avocado Pesto
Avocado pesto is a creamy and vibrant twist on classic pesto, blending ripe avocado with fresh basil, garlic, and nuts. It’s smooth, refreshing, and perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons nuts (pine nuts, walnuts, or almonds)
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 to 4 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a food processor.
- Add basil leaves, parmesan cheese, nuts, and garlic.
- Pour in olive oil and lemon juice.
- Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Add water gradually until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Blend again briefly and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice to help prevent browning.
- Substitute nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version.
- Try spinach or arugula instead of basil for variation.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days with plastic wrap pressed on the surface.
- Stir in water or olive oil if it thickens before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
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