CREAMY AVOCADO PESTO PASTA
The addition of avocado lends a lovely creamy texture to this pesto. The ripe fruit imparts richness to the sauce, while nutty roasted pepitas add a deep toasty flavor. If you can only find raw pepitas, simply toss them with olive oil and salt, then toast in a skillet over medium-low heat, stirring, until they start to pop and turn golden brown. Shower the dressed pasta with more crunchy pepitas for a nice contrast to the velvety sauce. Leftover pesto can be refrigerated for two days; press the surface with plastic wrap to avoid discoloration (any browned areas on top should be scraped off before using). The pesto also makes a tasty avocado toast, sandwich spread or crudité dip.
Provided by Kay Chun
Categories dinner, easy, lunch, quick, weeknight, pastas, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Meanwhile, in a food processor, pulse pepitas and garlic until finely chopped. Halve avocado, discard the pit and scoop out flesh. (You should have about 3/4 cup, or 5 ounces.) Add avocado flesh, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to food processor and pulse until chunky.
- Add cheese and basil to food processor. With motor running, drizzle in 1/2 cup water, then drizzle in oil until well blended, scraping down sides as needed. Transfer 2 cups of pesto to a large bowl. Refrigerate any remaining pesto for another use.
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain pasta. Add pasta and pasta water to pesto in large bowl and toss until pasta is nicely coated in sauce.
- Divide pasta among 4 bowls. Top with more pepitas, cheese and basil.
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Rana Khalid
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of avocado, but I was pleasantly surprised by this pasta dish! The avocado pesto was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy past
Prince Faustin
[email protected]This pasta dish was absolutely amazing! The avocado pesto was so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.
TheXplug
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The avocado pesto was a unique and delicious twist on the classic pesto sauce, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again
Amanda Hidalgo
[email protected]This pasta dish was so delicious and easy to make! The avocado pesto was the perfect combination of creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.
LaToya Muthoni
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of avocado, but I was pleasantly surprised by this pasta dish! The avocado pesto was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy past
Mustafa King
[email protected]This pasta dish was absolutely amazing! The avocado pesto was so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.
Saw Aung
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The avocado pesto was a unique and delicious twist on the classic pesto sauce, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again
Khidmat guzaar
[email protected]This pasta dish was so delicious and easy to make! The avocado pesto was the perfect combination of creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.
The Glitch Podcast
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of avocado toast, so I was excited to try this avocado pesto pasta. I was not disappointed! The pesto was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Alexei X
[email protected]This is my go-to pasta dish! The avocado pesto is so easy to make and the pasta is always cooked perfectly. I love that I can have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in under 30 minutes.
Raza Saqi
[email protected]I made this pasta dish for dinner last night and my family loved it! The avocado pesto was a hit and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
antony ngumba Kamau
[email protected]This pasta dish was absolutely amazing! The avocado pesto was so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.
Noxolo Fihla
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of avocado, but this pasta dish changed my mind! The avocado pesto was delicious and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Vince Combs
[email protected]This pasta dish was so good! The avocado pesto was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Brittina Jones
[email protected]I made this pasta dish for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy avocado pesto sauce and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.
Abu Naim Bappi
[email protected]This was the perfect summer pasta dish! The avocado pesto was light and refreshing, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.
Ahsan Mushtaq
[email protected]I'm a huge fan of avocado pesto, and this pasta dish did not disappoint! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
AFRIDI TRANPORT
[email protected]This pasta dish was amazing! The avocado pesto was so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.
JB SRABON
[email protected]I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved the creamy avocado pesto sauce and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Vehix Corp Sales
[email protected]This creamy avocado pesto pasta was absolutely delicious! The avocado added a richness and creaminess that perfectly balanced the salty Parmesan and tangy lemon. The pasta was cooked al dente, and the sauce clung to it perfectly. I'll definitely be m