Avocado Pate Recipe

Ingredients for Avocado Pate

• Avocados
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• Green Onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Lime Juice
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Pistachio Nuts

How to Make Avocado Pate

1. Combine 2 ripe but firm avocados, 4 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder in a food processor.
2. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
3. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Add more lime juice if desired.
4. If using nuts, lightly toast 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional). Alternatively, use 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper.
5. Line a small dish or individual molds with plastic wrap. Sprinkle the bottom with the toasted nuts (or bell pepper).
6. Spoon the avocado mixture into the prepared dish or molds.
7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow flavors to meld and the pâté to firm up.
8. To serve, carefully unmold the pâté and garnish with fresh parsley.