Creamy Avocado Spinach Pesto

By NicoleS

Ingredients

• 10 oz spaghetti or fettuccine noodles
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 avocado
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup pecans
• 1/4 cup fresh basil
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 to 1 cup pasta water
• salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package.

While pasta is cooking, add the rest of the ingredients to your blender and blend until it turns into a smooth sauce. Start with 3/4 cup of pasta water and add more as needed to get the consistency you want.

Toss the pasta with the sauce in a bowl and serve immediately. This sauce is best served the day it is made, as it uses avocados which will turn a brownish color.