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Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad with Balsamic Glaze Recipe
Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad is prepared with fresh strawberries, diced creamy avocados, and tender bow-tie pasta, all coated in a luscious balsamic glaze.
Prep Time
15
minutes
mins
Cook Time
10
minutes
mins
Total Time
25
minutes
mins
Course:
Salads
Keyword:
avocados, pasta salad, strawberry
Servings:
8
servings
Author:
Katerina | Diethood
Equipment
Mixing Bowls
Salad Bowl
Pasta Pot
Whisks
Ingredients
1
pound
dry bow tie pasta,
cooked according to the directions on the package
4 to 6 cups
packed
torn salad greens
1
pound
fresh strawberries,
hulled and halved
2
avocados,
diced
1
tablespoon
chopped fresh mint
salt and fresh ground black pepper,
to taste
1 to 2
teaspoons
poppy seeds
¼
cup
Balsamic Glaze
2
tablespoons
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions.
Drain the pasta and immediately rinse it with cold water to cool it off and stop the pasta from cooking.
Add the cold pasta to a salad bowl; toss the pasta with salad greens, strawberries, avocado, and fresh mint. Season with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, combine the poppy seeds with the balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil; whisk until well incorporated.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss it all together until thoroughly combined. Taste and adjust accordingly.
Serve.
Notes
Cook the pasta until al dente for a firm texture.
Choose ripe avocados for a creamy texture.
Rinse and dry salad greens thoroughly to keep them fresh.
Adjust seasoning to taste with salt, pepper, and poppy seeds.
Generously drizzle balsamic glaze for tangy sweetness.
Gently toss the ingredients for even distribution.
Serve the salad immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Get creative by adding your favorite ingredients or trying different dressings.
Nutrition
Calories:
355
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
55
g
|
Protein:
9
g
|
Fat:
12
g
|
Saturated Fat:
2
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
2
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
8
g
|
Sodium:
8
mg
|
Potassium:
464
mg
|
Fiber:
6
g
|
Sugar:
6
g
|
Vitamin A:
112
IU
|
Vitamin C:
39
mg
|
Calcium:
34
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg