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Dairy-Free Avocado Pasta Salad

Delicious Dairy-Free Avocado Pasta Salad for a Refreshing Bite

Enjoy a vibrant and satisfying Dairy-Free Avocado Pasta Salad, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 2 whole Ripe Hass Avocados Very ripe for best results
  • 1/4 cup Water Adjust for consistency
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh recommended
  • 1 tbsp Horseradish Use Keens brand for strongest taste
  • 1 tbsp Dill Fresh dill can substitute
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh is ideal
For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Barilla recommended
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinse thoroughly
  • 1 whole Cucumber Diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 whole Red Bell Pepper Diced into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely chopped (optional)
  • 2 stalks Celery Fine slices
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast Sprinkle generously for flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for best presentation

Equipment

  • Blender
  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Baking Sheet
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion (if using), and celery. Halve the cherry tomatoes and mince the fresh parsley. Set all prepped vegetables aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and spread on a baking sheet to cool.
  3. In a blender, combine avocados, water, garlic, horseradish, dill, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, adjusting water for consistency.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add cooled pasta and pour the avocado dressing over it. Toss to coat, then fold in vegetables and chickpeas.
  5. Serve in bowls, garnishing with nutritional yeast and parsley. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For the best results, ensure your avocados are ripe and cool pasta completely before mixing. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

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