We initially wrote this recipe as a pasta sauce, but we think it would be just as good, if not better, spread on warm toast, veggie dip, or salad topping. Try it as a lower carb option than pasta!
Ingredients
| Quantity | Unit | Name | Link | Alternatives |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | medium | ripe avocado, pitted | ||
| ½ | lemon (plus lemon zest for garnish) | |||
| 1-2 | cloves | garlic, to taste | ||
| ¼ | cup | fresh basil (optional) | ||
| 2 | tablespoons | extra virgin olive oil | ||
| salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste |
Instructions
- Put the garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil in a food processor. Process until smooth.
- Add the pitted avocado, basil, and salt to the food processor and process until smooth and creamy.
- Garnish with lemon zest and black pepper and serve immediately.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: Depends on application
