Ingredients
8ozpasta or noodles
1cuppacked fresh basil
1avocado,pitted and peeled
2tsplemon juice
3-4cloves garlic
¼cupextra-virgin olive oil
1tspkosher salt,or more or less to taste
freshly ground black pepper
Parmesan cheese,optional
pine nuts,optional
Preparation
Bring a large pot of generously-salted water to a boil. Add pasta or noodles, and cook according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, make the pesto by combining basil, avocado, lemon juice, garlic, and oil in a food processor. Process until smooth. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Immediately after the pasta or noodles are drained, top with the pesto and gently toss until well-coated. Divide pasta among serving bowls and top with toasted pine nuts and shaved Parmesan.
