Linguine With Avocado Pesto

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy, vibrant green pasta dish blending ripe avocado with fresh herbs for a quick, dairy-light Italian-inspired meal.
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This Linguine With Avocado Pesto is a refreshing twist on traditional Italian pasta dishes, offering a creamy texture without heavy cream. The vibrant green sauce combines ripe avocado, fresh basil, and parsley for a bright, herbaceous flavor profile that is both light and satisfying. Enhanced with garlic, lemon juice, and a touch of Parmesan, it coats the pasta beautifully while remaining surprisingly healthy. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a summer lunch, this dish comes together in under twenty minutes. The addition of toasted pine nuts adds a delightful crunch, balancing the smoothness of the avocado. It’s a colorful, nutritious, and delicious way to enjoy fresh ingredients, appealing to both adults and children looking for something beyond standard marinara or alfredo sauces.

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Linguine With Avocado Pesto

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 322.8

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This Linguine With Avocado Pesto is a refreshing twist on traditional Italian pasta dishes, offering a creamy texture without heavy cream. The vibrant green sauce combines ripe avocado, fresh basil, and parsley for a bright, herbaceous flavor profile that is both light and satisfying. Enhanced with garlic, lemon juice, and a touch of Parmesan, it coats the pasta beautifully while remaining surprisingly healthy. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a summer lunch, this dish comes together in under twenty minutes. The addition of toasted pine nuts adds a delightful crunch, balancing the smoothness of the avocado. It&# 226;ÂÂs a colorful, nutritious, and delicious way to enjoy fresh ingredients, appealing to both adults and children looking for something beyond standard marinara or alfredo sauces.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente (firm to the bite). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot or place in a large serving bowl.
  3. In a food processor, combine basil, parsley, garlic, avocado, olive oil, 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese, chicken stock (or water), and lemon juice.
  4. Process the mixture until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Pour the avocado pesto over the hot linguine. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.
  6. Serve immediately, sprinkling with remaining Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 322.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23.9g37%
Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
Cholesterol 66.5mg23%
Sodium 102.0mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 6.3g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.9g12%
Sugars 1.5g
Protein 19.7g40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: avocado, pesto, linguine, pasta, italian, basil, quick dinner, vegetarian, healthy, pine nuts, garlic, lemon, parmesan, olive oil, herb sauce, weeknight meal, summer pasta, creamy pasta, easy recipe, fresh herbs, light meal
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