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Healthy Avocado Pasta Salad

Deliciously Creamy Healthy Avocado Pasta Salad in 30 Minutes

This Healthy Avocado Pasta Salad is a refreshing and creamy dish perfect for summer, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American, Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz gluten-free or high-quality wheat pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing vegetables
  • 1 small red onion diced
  • 1 can corn kernels drained & rinsed
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • ½ bunch cilantro chopped
For the Avocado Dressing
  • 1 ripe avocado soft and ripe
  • 2 tbsp olive oil to enrich the dressing
  • ¼ cup fresh basil or any fresh herbs
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 clove garlic peeled
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice from fresh lemons
  • 1 tsp lemon zest fresh zest preferred
  • 1 tsp salt adjust based on taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Pot
  • food processor
  • Sauté Pan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Make the avocado dressing by blending ripe avocado, olive oil, fresh basil, fresh cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Sauté diced red onion in olive oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly browned.
  4. Add drained corn kernels to the sauté pan and cook for an additional 5-8 minutes until warmed through.
  5. Combine pasta, sautéed red onion, corn, and halved cherry tomatoes in a large mixing bowl. Toss with chopped cilantro.
  6. Drizzle the avocado dressing over the salad and gently fold until everything is coated. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose ripe avocados for the best flavor and creaminess. Fresh lemon juice and zest enhance the dressing's taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.

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