Ingredients
- 500 g pasta of your choice
- 2 cups walnuts
- 2 slices stale bread
- 1 garlic clove
- 5-6 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- 1 ripe avocado, diced and drizzled with lemon juice
- 2 tbsp finely chopped walnuts (for garnish)
For Serving:
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Walnut Sauce
- Soak the Bread:
- Place the stale bread in water for a few minutes, then squeeze out excess moisture.
- Crumble it into a food processor.
- Blend the Ingredients:
- Add the walnuts, garlic, and olive oil to the processor.
- Blend until smooth, adding a little pasta water to achieve a thick, creamy consistency.
- For a richer, nutty flavor, substitute some of the olive oil with tahini.
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining.
Assemble the Dish
- Toss the warm pasta with the walnut sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
- Top with diced avocado and chopped walnuts.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and season with freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve immediately, paired with a fresh green salad and a glass of crisp white wine.
Enjoy!
Source: Argiro Barbarigou