Description
A vibrant and creamy pasta salad featuring fresh herbs and seasonal vegetables, perfect for gatherings and picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cucumber
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a blender, combine avocado, herbs, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil; blend until smooth.
- Chop the vegetables.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, vegetables, and dressing until evenly coated.
- Adjust seasoning and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with sunflower seeds on top.
Notes
For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or chickpeas. Adjust the acidity by adding more lemon juice to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, pasta salad, green goddess, vegetarian, picnic food