Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled (approx. 12 oz / 340g)
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup pasta water
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Scoop the flesh of the avocados into your blender. Add the garlic cloves, fresh basil, and lemon juice, ensuring the lemon juice completely coats the avocado to prevent browning.
  2. Pulse the mixture on low to break up the avocado, then increase to high. While blending, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and process until the sauce is completely smooth and velvety.
  3. Add the Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Blend for another 10 seconds.
  4. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water one tablespoon at a time until it reaches a pourable, glossy consistency.