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Avocado Pasta Salad Recipe

Fresh Avocado Pasta Salad Recipe for Perfect Summer Days

This Avocado Pasta Salad Recipe combines creamy avocados, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers for a refreshing dish that's perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces bow tie pasta or substitute with elbow or preferred small pasta
For the Salad
  • 2 medium ripe avocados opt for ripe avocados for best flavor
  • 1/2 medium red onion slice thinly
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes halved or can substitute with cherry tomatoes
  • 1 medium mini cucumber peeled and diced
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded, or substitute with feta cheese
  • 1/2 cup Olive Garden Italian dressing or use homemade dressing
  • to taste fresh cracked black pepper optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spoon
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook for 9-10 minutes until it reaches al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled bow tie pasta, diced avocados, thinly sliced red onion, halved grape tomatoes, and diced mini cucumbers.
  3. Drizzle the salad generously with Olive Garden Italian dressing and gently toss everything together until well combined.
  4. Sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese evenly over the top and toss again to incorporate the cheese; season with fresh cracked black pepper if desired.
  5. Transfer your avocado pasta salad to the refrigerator and let it chill for about 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure your avocados are ripe for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days but consume quickly to prevent browning.

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