Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Vegan Avocado Pesto Pasta, a delightful dish that combines creamy avocados with fresh basil and spinach. This quick and nutritious recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at any gathering. With its rich texture and colorful presentation, it’s sure to become a favorite for all occasions. Packed with healthy fats and antioxidants, this vegan pasta dish is versatile enough to customize with your choice of pasta or vegetables. Enjoy it warm or cold, making it excellent for meal prep or potlucks.
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 dry pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain.
- In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, olive oil, basil, spinach, garlic, cashews, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the avocado pesto until well coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot or cold, topped with cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg