Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Vegan Avocado Pesto Pasta, a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together ripe avocados, fresh basil, and nutritious spinach. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With its rich taste and eye-catching presentation, this plant-based pasta is sure to impress your family and friends while keeping your meal healthy and satisfying. Enjoy it warm or as a refreshing cold pasta salad—either way, it’s a delightful addition to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces dry pasta of choice
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 and 1/2 cups fresh basil
- 1 cup frozen spinach (thawed) or 2 cups fresh spinach
- 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 in salted water.
- While the pasta cooks, blend together avocado, olive oil, basil, spinach, garlic, cashews, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drain the pasta and toss with the pesto until well coated.
- Serve topped with sliced cherry tomatoes for a burst of freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg