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Avocado Pesto Recipe

A creamy and delicious avocado pesto that's perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup pine nuts toasted
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh.
  2. 2. In a food processor, combine avocado, basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, and garlic. Pulse until smooth.
  3. 3. With the processor running, slowly add olive oil and lemon juice. Blend until creamy.
  4. 4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. 5. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Keywords

Avocado, Pesto
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