Description
Creamy Avocado Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of tender pasta, ripe avocados, and zesty lemon juice, topped with fresh herbs. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings, offering a refreshing taste and vibrant presentation that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it as a satisfying main course or a colorful side dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mash avocados and mix with lemon juice until smooth.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes, garlic powder, and chopped basil.
- Combine the warm pasta with the avocado mixture until well-coated.
- Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in olives or grilled chicken. - Substitute cilantro for basil for a different herb profile. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; enjoy cold.