Creamy Avocado Pesto Pasta: A Fusion Recipe You’ll Love

Creamy Avocado Pesto Pasta: A Fusion Recipe You’ll Love

May 20, 2025 Written by Artem

Exploring New Flavors: Avocado Pesto Pasta

Today, I am excited to share a recipe that combines two of my favorite ingredients: avocado and pesto. This dish is perfect for a light and refreshing meal on a warm summer evening, and the creamy texture of the avocado pairs beautifully with the bold flavors of the pesto. I love experimenting with new flavor combinations, and this unique fusion recipe has quickly become a favorite in my household.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe avocado (150g)
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves (30g)
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts (35g)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 200g spaghetti

Kitchen Tools:

  • food processor
  • pot
  • spatula
  • knife

To start, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente. While the pasta is cooking, make the avocado pesto. In a food processor, combine the ripe avocado, fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed.

Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and return it to the pot. Add the creamy avocado pesto to the pasta and toss until well coated. The warm pasta will help to smooth out the avocado pesto and create a luxurious sauce that clings to each strand of spaghetti.

Serve the avocado pesto pasta hot, garnished with extra basil leaves and a sprinkle of pine nuts for texture. The combination of the creamy avocado and vibrant pesto is truly a match made in culinary heaven.

This avocado pesto pasta dish weighs approximately 700g in total and serves four people. Each serving is around 175g, with an estimated calorie count of 350 per serving.

For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a handful of cherry tomatoes or a drizzle of balsamic glaze on top of the avocado pesto pasta before serving. The sweet acidity of the tomatoes or the tangy richness of the balsamic glaze will take this dish to the next level.

I hope you enjoy making and savoring this delightful avocado pesto pasta as much as I do. Feel free to get creative with your own additions or substitutions to suit your taste preferences. Bon appétit!

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