Avocado and Pea Pesto Recipe | Flavorful Parmesan, Garlic, Basil & Mint
Every day needs more spectacular flavors and this Avocado and Pea Pesto recipe packs a powerful punch! It's incredibly flavorful, with Parmesan cheese, garlic cloves, basil leaves, and fresh mint for beautiful color. This pesto is amazing on pasta for dinner or as a spread on toast for breakfast. Plus, it’s so quick to whip up in the blender, you can have it ready in 15 minutes flat! Whether you’re looking to add some excitement to your daily meal planning or want something special for weekend entertaining, this avocado and pea pesto works whether you serve it warm or cold. Invite friends over and let them sample this delicious dish that pairs great traditional flavors with a unique twist. You won’t be disappointed by the delightful flavors of healthy garlicky Parmesan perfection!
Pesto has long been a favorite among hungry foodies and cooks alike for centuries. It is an Italian classic that uses unique ingredients, flavors, and textures to bring out the best in dishes. From its humble beginnings as a small paste used to flavor pasta sauces, pesto has emerged throughout time as an iconic condiment that boasts many variations. Its simplicity of herbs mixed with garlic, cheese, and olive oil presents a fragrant and intense flavor that stands the test of time, proving that it will remain in popularity for years to come! So next time you’re looking for something flavorful and filling but not heavy, reach no further than this classic pesto recipe. Bon appetit!
Here’s Why You’ll Love This Recipe
The flavors are fresh and bright.
The pesto is healthy and perfect as an appetizer or with pasta for dinner.
It can easily be made vegan with a few simple modifications.
Avocado and Pea Pesto Recipe | Flavorful Parmesan, Garlic, Basil & Mint
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place the frozen peas into a pot and boil them for 3 minutes.
- Rinse the peas under cold water to cool them down and set them aside.
- Add the spices, sour cream, parmesan, herbs, lemon zest, garlic cloves, and the cooled and drained peas to the bowl of your food processor and process to your desired consistency. I like mine a little bit chunky.
- Serve immediately or store for up to a week in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
Peas: If you do not like peas, try using edamame instead.
Vegan: Replace the sour cream with vegan sour cream and parmesan with vegan parmesan cheese to make this pest vegan-friendly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
132.81Carbs
12.98 gCholesterol
6.18 mgFat
7.33 gFiber
5.85 gNet carbs
7.13 gProtein
5.63 gSat. Fat
2.07 gSodium
276.19 mgSugar
3.32 gPlease note that the nutritional information on this website is calculated using online tools and may need to be more accurate. Use it as a rough guide only. We cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage caused by relying solely on this data. You are responsible for ensuring that any nutritional information you use is accurate and useful. For more information, click here.
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