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Creamy Avocado Pesto Farfalle Pasta Salad

Creamy Avocado Pesto Farfalle Pasta Salad for Vibrant Summer Feasts

This Creamy Avocado Pesto Farfalle Pasta Salad is a delicious vegan dish perfect for summer picnics.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Farfalle pasta Cook al dente.
For the Avocado Pesto
  • 2 ripe Avocados Choose firm ones.
  • 1 cup Fresh basil leaves Select the freshest leaves.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Adjust garlic amount based on preference.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed is ideal.
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil Extra virgin is recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Pine nuts Toast for extra flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved.
  • 2 cups Baby spinach You can replace it with arugula.

Equipment

  • blender or food processor
  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add farfalle pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a blender, combine avocados, basil, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, pine nuts, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta and avocado pesto. Gently fold to coat the pasta.
  4. Add halved cherry tomatoes and baby spinach, tossing gently to combine.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Select ripe avocados to avoid mushiness. Customize greens as desired and enjoy fresh within 3 days.

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