Avocado and Spinach Pesto

Submitted by Ewalla

"This is a version of Giada's Avocado and Arugala pesto that I used when I didn't have all of the ingredients on hand. It tastes really rich and creamy so it's hard to believe that it's good for you! I added chicken to it but it would be great with shrimp too."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 1 lb whole wheat pasta, your favorite, cooked
• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 cup basil
• 2 cups spinach
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1⁄4 - 1⁄2 grated parmesan cheese
• 1 lime
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 4 chicken breasts, cooked
• salt and pepper, to taste

directions

1. In a food processor add basil, spinach, avocado, juice and zest of lime, olive oil, garlic, and salt and pepper. Process until smooth and creamy.
2. Add to cooked pasta and chicken. Mix in Parmesan cheese.
3. Can be served warm or room temperature.