Avocado Pasta Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Avocado Pasta Salad, a dish that perfectly marries creamy avocados with al dente pasta. This refreshing salad bursts with colorful ingredients like juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty red onion, all drizzled with a bright lemon-olive oil dressing. Ideal for summer barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also highly customizable—add grilled chicken or your favorite veggies to make it your own. Enjoy a nutrient-packed meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 8 oz short pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, and thinly slice red onion.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta and prepared vegetables. Gently fold in diced avocados.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently without mashing the avocados.
- Serve immediately or chill for at least one hour to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Choose ripe avocados for optimal creaminess; they should yield slightly when pressed. - For added protein, mix in grilled chicken or chickpeas. - Consider adding fresh herbs like basil or cilantro for extra flavor.