Green Goddess Pasta Salad
Green Goddess Pasta Salad is a delightful medley of al dente pasta, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy herb-infused dressing that brings the flavors of summer to your table. This refreshing dish is not only visually appealing but also easy to prepare and customize, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light meal. With its satisfying texture and zesty flavor, this salad is bound to impress everyone at your next gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 4 green onions, sliced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and let cool.
- While the pasta cooks, chop the spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, and green onions into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, basil, and parsley. Whisk until smooth.
- Once cooled, combine pasta with chopped veggies in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss well to coat.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg