Green Goddess Pasta Salad Ready in Just 20 Minutes!

This Green Goddess Pasta Salad is a quick, vibrant, and customizable vegan dish that embodies the essence of summer picnics.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American, Vegan

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 oz Pasta Gluten-free optional

For the Dressing

1 whole Avocado Slightly ripe
1 cup Herbs (Basil and Dill) Fresh
2 tbsp White Wine Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
3-4 cloves Garlic Adjust to taste
2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast Optional; can use miso or vegan parmesan instead

For the Salad Mix

4 cups Spinach Fresh or thawed frozen
2 whole Green Onions For garnish

Equipment

Large pot
Colander
Blender
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Drizzle olive oil over drained pasta and add ice cubes. Toss gently to cool and prevent sticking.
Blend avocado, herbs, white wine vinegar, garlic, and nutritional yeast until smooth and creamy.
In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, spinach, and any crunchy veggies. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
Slice green onions and sprinkle over the salad. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect when paired with Avocado Egg Salad or Jello Salad Cottage for a hearty meal. Keep leftovers fresh by pressing plastic wrap on the surface before sealing the container.

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