Avocado Pasta Salad is an incredible pasta salad that screams summertime. Fresh diced avocado, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, and more come together for a delicious pasta salad recipe.
In our home, we keep pasta salads constantly in our fridge in spring in summer. We love enjoying as much fresh produce as we can. This recipe is one of our favorites!
Avocado Pasta Salad
The avocado adds a creaminess to the pasta salad recipe that is very pleasing. If you love pasta salad and avocados this recipe is going to rock your world. It’s a fantastic summer cookout side dish to make.
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What Dressing Is Used for Avocado Pasta Salad
I used Olive Garden Italian Dressing for this recipe. It is a creamy dressing that is one of our favorites. If you want you can totally make your own Italian Dressing to pour into the salad.
What Type of Pasta Is Best For Avocado Pasta Salad
We used bow tie pasta cause it was what I had on hand. You can use any smaller style pasta like elbow or even a fun shaped pasta to lure in kids. Feel free to buy what’s on sale or use whatever is stashed in your pantry.
How to Store Leftover Avocado Salad
Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container. This recipe will keep for around 2-3 days. If you used pretty ripe avocados it could lessen the time of quality. The avocado will be the first to go bad in a salad.
Do I Need To Chill Pasta Salad Before Serving
Do I Need To Chill Pasta Salad Before ServingThis is optional for this recipe. You can chill in the fridge for two hours before serving. Or if you don’t have time go ahead and dish it up. As the avocado pasta dish sits it will blend flavors.
How to Freshen an Avocado Faster
Simply place an underripe avocado in a paper bag with a banana. The banana will release a gas that helps the avocado to ripen faster. When your avocado reaches the ripeness you want to throw the banana away.
Can I Adjust Vegetables Used in Recipe
Yes. Say you don’t like onions, then feel free to skip them in the recipe. Or find other veggies you and your family enjoy and dice and toss them in. Feel free to play around with ingredients to fit your need.
How to Make Avocado Pasta Salad Recipe
Instructions For Avocado Pasta Salad Recipe
- 1 lb. Bow Tie Pasta, Cooked and Rinsed with Cold Water
- 3 large Avocados, Peeled and Diced
- 1 Medium Red Onion Sliced Thinly
- 1 lb. Grape Tomatoes, Cut in Half
- 3-4 Mini Cucumbers, Peeled and Diced
- 1 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Cup Olive Garden Italian Dressing
- Fresh Cracked Black Pepper (optional)
, Cooked and Rinsed with Cold Water
(optional)
Directions For Avocado Pasta Salad Recipe
- Boil Pasta for 9-10 Minutes and then Drain and Run the Pasta under Cold Water to Cool it Off.
- In a Large Bowl layer Pasta, Avocado, Onion, Tomatoes, & Cucumbers
- Drizzle with Italian Dressing and Toss well
- Top with Parmesan Cheese and Toss again
- Sprinkle with Fresh Cracked Black Pepper (Optional)
- Chill for 2 hours and serve!
Avocado Pasta Salad
An incredible avocado pasta salad recipe that's perfect for a summer cookout! Pair with your favorite main dishes and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Bow Tie Pasta, Cooked and Rinsed with Cold Water
- 3 large Avocados, Peeled and Diced
- 1 Medium Red Onion Sliced Thinly
- 1 lb. Grape Tomatoes, Cut in Half
- 3-4 Mini Cucumbers, Peeled and Diced
- 1 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Cup Olive Garden Italian Dressing
- Fresh Cracked Black Pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Pasta for 9-10 Minutes and then Drain and Run the Pasta under Cold Water to Cool it Off.
- In a Large Bowl layer Pasta, Avocado, Onion, Tomatoes, & Cucumbers Drizzle with Italian Dressing and Toss well.
- Top with Parmesan Cheese and Toss again.
- Sprinkle with Fresh Cracked Black Pepper (Optional) Chill for 2 hours and serve!
Pasta Salad Recipe
Pasta salads are so popular, and this recipe right here is a bit unique and different from the classic vegetables used. Give it a try and let me know what you think about it!
What is your favorite pasta salad recipe?
