Avocado Pasta Salad
This creamy Avocado Pasta Salad is a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Fresh avocado creates a delicious sauce that coats the pasta, making it both healthy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (rotini, penne, or your favorite shape)
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, combine avocados, basil, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Season the avocado sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, avocado sauce, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss until well coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, try adding grilled chicken or shrimp to this pasta salad.
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