Spicy Avocado Pesto Penne (Vegan Friendly)

Inspired by: http://www.vegalicious.org/2007/04/07/spinach-pasta-with-avocado-pesto-and-pistachios/

Ingredients:

2    large avocados or 3 small one's
2    tbs chili sauce*
4    cups of basil
1    lime juiced
3    garlic cloves
1/2 tsp sea salt
2    tbs olive oil 
3    roma tomatoes (diced)
1    cup artichoke hearts

Your choice of pasta

Directions

Process together the avocado, chili, lemon juice, and basil. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water so that the blender can process the ingredients. Add chopped garlic, salt, and olive oil and continue to puree.  

Prepare your choice of pasta to your liking.

In a separate sauce pan combine tomatoes, artichoke hearts and a little bit of oil and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes. Once your pasta is ready, add pasta and pesto sauce to the sauce pan and toss well.

Enjoy!

* You can change the amount of chili sauce you use or omit it completely. You can also add 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese to this dish if you want it vegetarian instead of vegan.