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Dairy-Free Avocado Pasta Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A creamy, dairy-free pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables and a zesty horseradish dressing, perfect for a light and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 2 pieces avocados (very ripe for a creamier consistency)
  • 7 fl oz water
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp horseradish (Keens brand for a nice kick)
  • 2 tsp dill
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Pasta

  • 9 oz pasta (Barilla rotini to hold the sauce better)
  • 14 oz chickpeas
  • 1 large cucumber (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
  • 1/4 red bell pepper red bell pepper (diced into 1/4-inch pieces)
  • 1/4 red onion red onion
  • 3 stalks celery (finely sliced for a delicate crunch)
  • 8 oz cherry tomatoes (halved)

Nutritional Yeast

  • to taste nutritional yeast (provides a savory, cheese-like finish)

Fresh herbs

  • to taste fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions 

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  • In a blender, combine avocados, water, garlic, horseradish, dill, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, toss cooked pasta with chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, celery, cherry tomatoes, and chopped parsley.
  • Pour the avocado dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Sprinkle with nutritional yeast.
  • Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for extra flavor.

Notes

For added flavor, top with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: Avocado