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Avocado Lemon Pesto (Nut-Free) Recipe

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This Avocado Lemon Pesto is a creamy, nut-free twist on the classic pesto, featuring fresh basil, ripe avocado, and zesty lemon juice. Perfect as a sauce for pasta, a dressing for roasted vegetables, or a flavorful dipping sauce, this healthy and versatile recipe comes together quickly with just a few wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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Avocado Lemon Pesto

  • 2 Cups Fresh Basil
  • 1 Cup Avocado (about 1 medium avocado, peeled and pitted)
  • 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Garlic Powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Wash and roughly chop the fresh basil to help it blend more easily. Peel, pit, and scoop out the avocado flesh.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Place the fresh basil, avocado, lemon juice, water, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder into a high-speed blender.
  3. Blend Until Smooth: Blend all ingredients on high speed until you achieve a smooth, creamy consistency. If the pesto is too thick, gradually add more water until the desired texture is reached.
  4. Serve and Enjoy: Use the avocado lemon pesto immediately as a sauce over pasta, toss it with roasted vegetables, or serve as a delicious and healthy dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fresh basil and ripe avocados.
  • Adjust the amount of water to achieve your preferred pesto thickness.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
  • This recipe is naturally nut-free, making it suitable for those with nut allergies.
  • If you want a more garlicky flavor, consider adding fresh minced garlic instead of garlic powder.

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