Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of creamy avocado ranch pasta salad, the perfect dish for summer gatherings! This vibrant salad combines tender pasta with a rich, creamy dressing made from ripe avocados and Greek yogurt, creating a healthy twist on traditional salads. Packed with colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, this salad not only pleases the palate but also adds a nutritious boost to your meals. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or meal prep, this creamy delight is easy to whip up in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (cooled)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool under cold water.
- In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and optional grilled chicken.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. 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 (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg