Avocado Pesto

Serves: 4-6 | Prep: 5 minutes | Cooking: 5 minutes | Vegetarian – Gluten Free

INGREDIENTS

1 large ripe avocado, skin and pit removed, chopped

½ cup fresh basil leaves

2 tablespoons unsalted raw cashews

¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 garlic cloves, crushed

1 teaspoon sea salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

4-6 tablespoons water, as needed

SHOPPING LIST

1 large ripe avocado

1 bunch basil leaves

50g unsalted raw cashews

25g parmesan cheese

1-2 lemons

2 garlic cloves

Sea salt

Pepper

UTENSILS LIST

Sharp knives

Measuring cups/spoons Grater

Food processor

Garlic crusher

Hand juicer

METHOD

1. Combine all ingredients, except water, in a food processor, purée until smooth.
2. With machine running, slowly add water to mixture until desired consistency is reached.
3. Serve immediately or well chilled.

Tip: For a touch of heat, add a pinch of chilli flakes.