Description
Avocado pasta salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines creamy avocados, crunchy veggies, and perfectly cooked pasta, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for summer picnics or cozy dinners, offering a delightful burst of flavor with every bite. Ideal for meal prep or entertaining guests, it’s not just a recipe; it’s a nostalgic reminder of sunny days spent with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and cool.
- In a bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, diced avocados, and chopped basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta with the vegetable mixture and drizzle the dressing over it. Toss gently to combine without mashing the avocados.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg