Description
A creamy, nut-free avocado pesto that is perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut avocados in half and remove the pit.
- Scoop the avocado flesh into a food processor.
- Add basil, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Add more lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Great for spreading on toast or mixing into salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: nut free avocado pesto, vegan pesto, avocado sauce