Avocado Pesto

By Lauren MiyashiroPublished: May 6, 2016

Yields:

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

This creamy pesto gives avocado toast a run for its money.

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Directions

1. Step 1Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve about 1 cup of cooking water.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, in a food processor or blender, pulse together avocado, basil, almond, lemon zest, and parmesan. Season with salt. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until evenly blended. If the pesto is too thick, add pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
3. Step 3Toss pesto with the warm spaghetti and add tomatoes. Serve immediately.