Description
Vegan Avocado Pesto Pasta is a creamy, vibrant dish that transforms traditional pesto by incorporating ripe avocados for a luscious texture and enhanced nutrition. This quick and easy recipe combines fresh basil, spinach, and a hint of garlic to create a flavorful sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta. Ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or meal prep, this delightful dish can be enjoyed hot or cold, making it versatile for any occasion. Plus, it’s kid-friendly and offers a fun way to sneak in greens! Discover how to whip up this delicious meal in just 15 minutes with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dry pasta
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 and 1/2 cups fresh basil
- 1 cup frozen spinach (or 2 cups fresh)
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup raw unsalted cashews
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, combine avocado, olive oil, basil, spinach, garlic, cashews, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Toss the cooked pasta with the pesto until evenly coated.
- Serve with sliced cherry tomatoes on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg