Avocado Pesto

Avocados have become very trendy int he past few year because it has been added to the list of super foods that so many hipsters across the US and especially in Brooklyn have become obsessed with. With avocado being so popular, there are many new ways that people are using and I thought I would give one of them a try.

Avocado Pesto

12 ounces your choice of pasta
1 avocado
1 clove of garlic
1/4 cup basil
3-5 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lemon - juiced
Salt and Pepper
1/4 cup heirloom cherry tomatoes - halved

Bring a pot of water to a boil and follow direction for your choice of pasta to cook till al dente. In a food processor blend together avocado, garlic, and basil. Once blended, slowly drizzle in oil till fully mixed in and pesto is smooth and creamy. Add lemon juice, salt and pepper. When pasta is cooked, drain and mix with pesto. Top with tomatoes and serve immediately.

I actually made this ahead of time, which is not recommended because avocado is so prone to browning, but luckily it worked out for me and it tasted very good after my shift at work. As of today I have about a month left of the blog, and even though it is so close to being over, it still seems quite far away. So till next time,
Keep Cooking Brooklyn!