Dinner

Avocado Pasta Salad Recipe – A Delicious and Healthy Delight Recipe

ByJack Voss October 20, 2025October 20, 2025

Introduction

This Avocado Pasta Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish perfect for a light lunch or a side at dinner. Creamy avocado dressing pairs beautifully with crisp vegetables and tender fusilli pasta, creating a healthy, flavorful delight.

The image shows a white bowl filled with pasta salad made of yellow rotini pasta coated in green pesto sauce, mixed with light green avocado chunks, bright red cherry tomato halves, and small pieces of purple red onion. White crumbles of feta cheese are sprinkled over the salad, and three large fresh green basil leaves sit on top as garnish. The bowl is placed on a white marbled textured surface, and the focus is close up on the colorful layers of the salad with a slight blur in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups fusilli pasta (cooked and drained)
1 ripe avocado (diced)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
½ cup cucumber (diced)
¼ cup red onion (thinly sliced)
½ cup feta cheese (crumbled, optional)
2 tbsp fresh cilantro or basil (chopped)
1 large avocado (mashed)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 clove garlic (minced)
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

Step 1: Boil the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let it cool.
Step 2: Chop the avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and herbs.
Step 3: In a blender or food processor, blend the mashed avocado, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped vegetables, and crumbled feta cheese.
Step 5: Pour the avocado dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 6: Garnish with fresh cilantro or basil and serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

Use gluten-free pasta if you want a gluten-free version.
Swap feta cheese with goat cheese for a different tangy flavor.
To keep the avocado dressing from browning, prepare it just before serving or add a little extra lemon juice.
Add toasted pine nuts or walnuts for extra crunch.

Storage

Store the avocado pasta salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day for best freshness. Because avocado browns quickly, it’s best enjoyed the same day. If you need to store it longer, keep the dressing separate and toss just before serving. Reheat pasta salad only if desired, but it is typically served cold or at room temperature.

How to Serve

A close-up of a white plate filled with a colorful pasta salad showing three main layers: the bottom layer features yellow spiral pasta swirled with green pesto sauce, the middle layer is made of chunky green cucumber pieces, bright red halved cherry tomatoes, and small purple onion pieces, topped with scattered white crumbles of cheese. In the center, a small bunch of fresh green basil leaves rests on top, adding texture and color contrast. The plate is placed on a white marbled surface with a blurred kitchen background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of pasta for this salad?

Yes, any short pasta like penne, rotini, or farfalle works well. Choose your favorite shape for the best texture.

How do I prevent the avocado from browning?

Adding lemon juice to the avocado dressing helps slow browning. Also, prepare the dressing right before serving and store leftovers in an airtight container to minimize air exposure.