Creamy Avocado Pasta Salad
This pasta salad is so creamy, you’d think it had an identity crisis. But no, there’s no dairy overload—just rich, buttery avocado doing all the heavy lifting. It’s fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavors that actually make salad exciting. The tangy lime, crisp veggies, and perfectly cooked pasta create a dish that’s smooth, zesty, and dangerously addictive. It’s light enough for summer but satisfying enough to pretend you’re being healthy. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or a solo meal where you don’t have to share. Just don’t let the avocados turn brown before you dig in.
Creamy Avocado Pasta Salad
A creamy, zesty pasta salad made with ripe avocados, fresh vegetables, and a lime-kissed dressing. A ridiculously easy and flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta holds the creamy dressing like a champ
- 2 ripe avocados the star of the show
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved (for a juicy pop)
- ½ cup red bell pepper diced (adds crunch)
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped (a little bite)
- ½ cup fresh corn optional, but so worth it
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped (skip if you’re a hater)
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled (adds a salty punch)
- ¼ cup olive oil liquid gold
- 2 tbsp lime juice keeps avocados from turning sad
- 1 clove garlic minced (because flavor is mandatory)
- ½ tsp salt season like you mean it
- ½ tsp black pepper adds balance
- ½ tsp chili flakes optional, but highly recommended
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Mash the avocados in a bowl until smooth but still slightly chunky.
- Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes to make the dressing.
- Combine pasta, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, corn, and cilantro in a large bowl.
- Fold in the avocado mixture and gently stir until everything is coated.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and give it a final mix.
- Chill for 15 minutes if you can resist eating it immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 370
- Total Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Potassium: 15%
- Vitamin E: 12%
- Folate: 18%
- Magnesium: 10%
Additional Notes & Tips
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Swap feta for cotija cheese if you’re feeling fancy.
- Toss in black beans for more texture.
- Serve cold, but eat fast—avocados don’t wait.
- Leftovers? Hit them with extra lime juice to keep that vibrant color.
