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Avocado pesto is a deliciously creamy and fun variation on classic basil pesto<\/a>.<\/strong> This avocado pesto recipe replaces the olive oil with avocado, in addition to the usual basil, Parmesan and pine nuts (in these photos, I used pepitas instead, which are lovely as well). A squeeze of fresh lemon brightens and complements the flavors, and helps keep the avocado green.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can use avocado pesto on pasta, of course.<\/strong> It makes a stellar veggie dip and sandwich spread, too. You’ll find more uses and tips for it below. The one caveat is that avocados brown with time, so it’s best used immediately or stored in a jar until you’re ready to serve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Avocado Pesto Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pasta<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Try this pesto on spaghetti or twisted shapes like fusilli. If you like saucy<\/em> pasta like I do, this recipe nicely coats 8 ounces of pasta, although you can stretch it to lightly coat 12 to 16 ounces of pasta. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips:<\/strong> Reserve some of the starchy cooking water and add splashes of it along with the pesto to help loosen it up. Try to wait until the pasta has cooled somewhat to stir in the pesto. If you intend to have leftovers, store the pesto and pasta separately for optimal results, since the color starts browning fairly quickly once it’s exposed to air and heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Veggies: Grilled, roasted or raw<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This avocado pesto will take basic vegetables to the next level, whether you serve it as a dip on the side, swoosh it underneath or dollop it on top. It would be especially nice with bell peppers<\/a>, carrots<\/a>, tomatoes<\/a>, mushrooms or artichokes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sandwiches or toast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Spread this pesto on crusty bread and add sliced tomato and mozzarella for a fantastic summertime sandwich. I can also attest that it’s lovely on toast<\/a> with a fried egg<\/a> on top for breakfast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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More Unexpected Pesto Recipes to Try<\/h2>\n\n\n\n