5-Minute Avocado and Basil Creamy Spread recipe

5-Minute Avocado and Basil Creamy Spread

by Diana Opoti (@dianaopotieats)
Prep Time
3min
Cook Time
2min
Total Time
5min

Enjoy this guilt-free, dairy-free, and nut-free creamy spread on everything from breakfast toast to a quick pasta dinner.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = spread for one slice of bread)
  • 1piece
    Avocado
  • 1cup
    Basil
  • 1/2cup
    Coriander (stalks and leaves)
  • 4
    clove Garlic
  • 1/2piece
    Lemon (juice)
  • 3piece
    Chillies (optional)
  • 1pinch
    Salt
  • 1pinch
    Pepper

How to make 5-Minute Avocado and Basil Creamy Spread

  1. Peel and pit the avocado, then place it in a blender or chopper.

  2. Add basil, coriander, garlic, lemon juice, chillies (if using), salt, and pepper.

  3. Blend until smooth and creamy. For a chunkier texture, use a chopper with an S blade.

    Step 1.1: Blend until smooth and creamy
    Step 1.2: Blend until smooth and creamy
  4. Spread on toasted bread and top with sliced cherry tomatoes or any topping of your choice.

Tips & Tricks

  1. If you want some texture in your spread, use a chopper with an S blade rather than a blender.