Avocado Pesto Recipe
Nothing says yummy goodness to me like a big bowl of pasta and this month we are reworking some of our favorite dishes into something a little bit healthier. One of my new favorite foods that I love to add to salads and even eggs is an avocado. This particular “pesto” would be so tasty used as a spread on a sandwich, in a wrap or over your favorite pasta. If you love avocados you will enjoy this pesto!
Ingredients
- 1 medium sized avocado
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
Directions
- Combine all ingredients in a food processor and blend until you have achieved your desired consistency. Use this pesto on your favorite pasta, sandwich or wrap! Makes approximately a 1 1/2 cup serving.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 137g | |
| Calories 315 | |
| Calories from Fat 240 | 76% |
| Total Fat 26.94g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat 6.54g | 26% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium 348mg | 14% |
| Potassium 545mg | 16% |
| Total Carbs 11.76g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 23% |
| Sugars 0.75g | 1% |
| Protein 10.16g | 16% |
