Refreshing Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad That's Perfectly Easy

Enjoy a vibrant Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad that's refreshing and easy to make, perfect for lunch or picnics.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Chilling Time 1

Total Time 1 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 ounces pasta Any shape you like

For the Salad Mix

4 cups baby spinach Can substitute with arugula
2 cups strawberries Fresh and ripe
2 medium avocados Perfectly ripe
4 stalks green onions Use both white and green parts
1 tablespoon poppy seeds Can substitute with sesame seeds

For the Dressing

1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette Adjust to taste
to taste salt Essential for seasoning
to taste pepper Essential for seasoning

For Garnish

1/4 cup fresh mint leaves Optional for garnish

Equipment

Large pot
Mixing bowl
Airtight container

Method

Cooking and Mixing

Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with baby spinach, strawberries, avocados, green onions, and poppy seeds. Toss gently.
Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over salad and toss to coat the ingredients evenly.
Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
Serve with a final toss and garnish with mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor and freshness, prepare the dressing separately and combine just before serving. Use ripe avocados and taste for seasoning before serving.

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