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Avocado Lemon Pesto (Nut-Free)

A creamy and zesty avocado lemon pesto that's perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pesto Base
  • 2 medium ripe avocados peeled and pitted
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves packed
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Gather all the ingredients and prepare them as needed.
  2. Peel and pit the avocados, and peel the garlic cloves.
Blend the Pesto
  1. In a food processor, combine the avocados, basil leaves, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary.
Taste and Adjust
  1. Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Serve
  1. Transfer the pesto to a serving bowl and enjoy with pasta, sandwiches, or as a dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 7gSugar: 1g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To prevent browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the pesto before sealing.

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