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

  1. Soak the Bread:
    • Place the stale bread in water for a few minutes, then squeeze out excess moisture.
    • Crumble it into a food processor.
  2. 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

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. Reserve some pasta water before draining.

Assemble the Dish

  1. Toss the warm pasta with the walnut sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.
  2. Top with diced avocado and chopped walnuts.
  3. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and season with freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Serve immediately, paired with a fresh green salad and a glass of crisp white wine.

Enjoy!

Source: Argiro Barbarigou