Ingredients for Avocado Pate
- 2 ripe but firm avocados
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus more to taste
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachio nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper (optional)
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How to Make Avocado Pate
- 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.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Add more lime juice if desired.
- If using nuts, lightly toast 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional). Alternatively, use 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper.
- Line a small dish or individual molds with plastic wrap. Sprinkle the bottom with the toasted nuts (or bell pepper).
- Spoon the avocado mixture into the prepared dish or molds.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow flavors to meld and the pâté to firm up.
- To serve, carefully unmold the pâté and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
74g
Carbs
4g
