Description
Indulge in this creamy avocado ranch pasta salad, a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or quick meals. This vibrant salad combines al dente pasta, fresh garden vegetables, and a rich, creamy dressing made from ripe avocados and Greek yogurt. It’s not only delicious but also customizable; add grilled chicken for extra protein or keep it vegetarian. With its zesty flavors and nutritious ingredients, this salad is an excellent choice for meal prep or as a side dish for barbecues.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked pasta (cooled)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a blender, combine the ripe avocado, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and grilled chicken (if desired).
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg