Description
Green Goddess Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish featuring tender pasta, crisp vegetables, and a creamy, herby Green Goddess dressing, perfect for a light lunch or summer gathering.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz rotini or bowtie pasta
- 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup green peas, thawed if frozen
- 1/2 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup Green Goddess dressing
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, spinach, cucumber, peas, avocado, and green onions.
- Pour Green Goddess dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving if desired.
Notes
- Use a homemade or high-quality store-bought Green Goddess dressing for best flavor.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Best served chilled and enjoyed the same day due to the avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg