Creamy Pesto Sauce
This creamy avocado pesto is made with fresh and flavorful ingredients and comes together in just 5 minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 2
Calories: 487kcal
Cost: $5
- 1 avocado
- 1 cup basil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoon pine nuts
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
Serve over ½ pound of cooked pasta, fresh bread, or use as a dip for crackers or fresh vegetables.
Serve over ½ a pound of cooked pasta, bread, or use as a dip for fresh vegetables.
This pesto can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The top might brown because of the avocado, simply stir or scrape the top off before serving.
Calories: 487kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.2g | Protein: 3.7g | Fat: 50.8g | Saturated Fat: 8.1g | Sodium: 298mg | Fiber: 7.4g | Sugar: 0.9g | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg