Creamy Avocado and Pesto Rotini

If you're looking for a creamy, flavorful pasta dish that's easy to make, look no further than this creamy avocado and pesto rotini. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time.

This recipe was inspired by a dish I had at a restaurant a few years ago. I loved the combination of creamy avocado, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and herbaceous pesto. I decided to recreate the dish at home, and it turned out even better than I remembered! I've been making this recipe ever since, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound rotini pasta
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
• 1/2 cup prepared basil pesto
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
2. While the pasta cooks, whisk together the olive oil, pesto, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
3. Drain the pasta and add it to the bowl with the pesto mixture.
4. Add the red onion and sun-dried tomatoes and toss to coat.
5. Mash the avocados in a small bowl and add them to the pasta mixture.
6. Toss again to combine.
7. Serve immediately topped with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Why It Works

• The combination of creamy avocado, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and herbaceous pesto creates a delicious and flavorful pasta dish.
• The rotini pasta provides a sturdy base for the sauce, and the small ridges help to hold the sauce in place.
• This dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. For example, you can add more or less pesto, depending on how flavorful you want the dish to be.
• This dish is a great way to use up leftover avocado. If you have an avocado that's starting to turn brown, simply mash it up and add it to the pasta sauce.