Green Goddess Pasta Salad
This Green Goddess Pasta Salad is a creamy, fresh, and herb-packed pasta salad loaded with crisp vegetables, tender pasta, and a vibrant homemade Green Goddess dressing. Made with fresh herbs, garlic, lemon juice, and creamy Greek yogurt, this refreshing salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, meal prep, or healthy lunches. Easy to customize and bursting with flavor, this pasta salad is a delicious side dish or light meal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Pasta Salad
- 12 ounces rotini, fusilli, or bow tie pasta
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup peas or edamame
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- Extra Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
For the Green Goddess Dressing
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
- Prepare the Green Goddess dressing by blending spinach, basil, parsley, chives, garlic, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Dice the cucumbers, slice the green onions, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cucumbers, tomatoes, peas or edamame, and green onions.
- Add diced avocado just before serving to keep it fresh and vibrant.
- Pour the Green Goddess dressing over the pasta mixture.
- Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Chill the salad for at least 20 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
- Garnish with extra herbs or Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon for extra protein.Chickpea or lentil pasta works well for a higher-protein option.Feta cheese adds a delicious tangy flavor.Toasted sunflower seeds or pine nuts provide extra crunch.Add extra lemon juice or olive oil if the salad thickens after chilling.For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free yogurt and omit Parmesan cheese.
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