CREAMY AVOCADO PESTO - DELISH!
A creamy pesto without the cream! This pesto sauce is delicious and I guarantee you'll never make it a different way again! Double recipe for a full pound of pasta.
Provided by Nicmic921
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a boil. Stir in penne, and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until mostly cooked through, but still firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Add shrimp to boiling water and cook until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain penne and shrimp; transfer back to empty pot.
- Blend avocado, lemon juice, basil, 2 tablespoons Romano cheese, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a food processor until smooth. Add olive oil and pulse until creamy. Remove blade from food processor and stir diced tomatoes into the creamy pesto. Transfer pesto to pot with pasta and shrimp; stir to coat. Serve with about 2 tablespoons Romano cheese, salt, and black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.7 calories, Carbohydrate 50.3 g, Cholesterol 50.6 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 145.2 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
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Machi Chia
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe again with different variations.
Warren Kemen
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
MOHMAD 2019
[email protected]Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. The pesto was flavorful and versatile.
Debra Cross
[email protected]The pesto was a bit bland for my liking. I would add more garlic and salt next time.
Daniel Moseti
[email protected]I found the pesto to be a bit too oily for my taste. I would recommend using less olive oil next time.
Adil Adil
[email protected]This pesto is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for the delicious flavor.
Cassia Rioda
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses lime instead of lemon. It gives the pesto a unique and refreshing flavor.
Kayir Fahad
[email protected]This pesto is a great way to add some extra nutrition to your meals. It's packed with healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Crystal Carlisle
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to use avocado, and this pesto is a great option. It's healthy, flavorful, and so easy to make.
Holmes Don
[email protected]This is the best avocado pesto I've ever had! The flavors are perfectly balanced, and it's so creamy and delicious.
Gabriel Ritchie
[email protected]I love the bright green color of this pesto. It's so vibrant and inviting.
MD.HELAL KHAN
[email protected]This pesto is so versatile! I've used it on pasta, pizza, and even as a dip for vegetables.
Agu Christyna
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of avocado, but this pesto changed my mind! The avocado flavor is subtle and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the basil and pine nuts.
Sohila 9090
[email protected]The avocado pesto is a great way to use up ripe avocados. It's also a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional pesto.
coops corner
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is to make. I was able to whip it up in just a few minutes, and it turned out so delicious!
Mughal sahib
[email protected]This avocado pesto is a delightful twist on the classic! The creamy avocado and tangy lime add a unique flavor that pairs perfectly with pasta, chicken, or fish.