Name: Creamy Avocado and Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 14 ounces (400g) penne pasta; 2 ripe avocados, pitted and scooped; salt and pepper, to taste; 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes, plus extra for topping; 5.3 ounces (150g) frozen peas; 10.6 ounces (300g) cherry tomatoes; 1 cup store-bought pesto

Pesto Pasta

Do you heat pesto before adding to the pasta?

Should you reserve some of the pasta water before draining?

This simple and delicious Creamy Avocado and Pesto Pasta dish brings together pasta, ripe avocados, and vibrant pesto in a harmonious blend of flavors. Using store-bought pesto makes it even easier to prepare!

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Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. During the last minute of cooking, add the frozen peas. Drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, place the cherry tomatoes on a roasting tray, season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Roast for 10 minutes or until slightly softened.

In a food processor or blender, combine the ripe avocados, store-bought pesto, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and chili flakes. Process until smooth.

Combine the pasta, peas, roasted cherry tomatoes, and avocado-pesto sauce in a large bowl. Stir well until the pasta is evenly coated.

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