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Avocado Caesar Pasta Salad

Creamy Avocado Caesar Pasta Salad - A Delicious Twist!

A flavorful Avocado Caesar Pasta Salad that combines creamy avocado with fusilli pasta, perfect for summer nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Fusilli Pasta Cook until al dente.
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce Wash and dry thoroughly.
  • 2 medium Avocado Use ripe for optimal flavor.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Halve before adding.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is ideal.
  • 1/2 cup Caesar Dressing Use your preferred brand.
  • 1 cup Croutons Store-bought or homemade.
  • optional Proteins Grilled chicken, shrimp, or crispy tofu.
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup Extra Parmesan Freshly grated.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Chopped parsley or basil.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add fusilli pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, chop it into bite-sized pieces, and place it in a large mixing bowl. Slice avocado into cubes and halve grape tomatoes.
  3. Add cooled pasta to the bowl with lettuce, avocado, and tomatoes. Gently toss with a spatula for even distribution.
  4. Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad, starting with a small amount and adding more to taste. Toss gently to coat.
  5. Garnish with grated Parmesan and croutons, serving immediately or letting it chill in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, toss ingredients with dressing just before serving. Store the salad without dressing in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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