Linguine with Avocado and Arugula Pesto Recipe

Name: Linguine with Avocado and Arugula Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound linguine pasta; 2 medium avocados, halved, peeled, and seeded (about 12 ounces total); 3 cups baby arugula leaves (3 ounces); 1 packed cup fresh basil leaves; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 2 large limes); 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup grated Parmesan (4 ounces); 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted (see Cook's Note)

Servings: persons

1 pound linguine pasta
2 medium avocados, halved, peeled, and seeded (about 12 ounces total)
3 cups baby arugula leaves (3 ounces)
1 packed cup fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 2 large limes)
2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan (4 ounces)
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted (see Cook's Note)

1
Cook's Note: To toast the almonds, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
2
Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven for 6 to 8 minutes until lightly toasted.
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Cool completely before using.
4
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
5
Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes.
6
Drain and reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water.
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Place in a serving bowl.
8
Using a spoon, scoop out the flesh from the avocados and place in a food processor.
9
Add the arugula, basil, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
10
Blend until smooth.
11
Pour the pesto over the pasta and toss together.
12
Add the cheese and almonds and toss together until coated, adding the pasta water, as needed, to loosen the sauce.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound linguine pasta, 2 medium avocados, halved, peeled, and seeded (about 12 ounces total), 3 cups baby arugula leaves (3 ounces), 1 packed cup fresh basil leaves, and more.

Yes, Linguine with Avocado and Arugula Pesto falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Linguine with Avocado and Arugula Pesto

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