Tiktok Green Goddess Pasta Salad
Al dente pasta tossed with fresh greens and a creamy avocado herb dressing.
In a nutshell: This authentic american fusion tiktok green goddess pasta salad comes together in just 20 mins using simple whole ingredients. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
The ultimate summer picnic dish. Pasta tossed with crisp cucumbers, peas, and baby spinach in a creamy, garlic-basil avocado dressing.
Key Equipment
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Chef's Pro-Tips
- Dry Greens Thoroughly: Use a salad spinner to remove every drop of water from the greens. Wet leaves repel vinaigrette and dilute the dressing's punch.
- Dress Just Before Serving: Toss with dressing within 5 minutes of sitting down to eat. Salt in vinaigrettes pulls moisture from crisp produce if left sitting too long.
- Season with Flaky Sea Salt: A finishing sprinkle of Maldon or coarse sea salt right over dressed greens elevates all the garden flavors instantly.
Ingredients
4
servings
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8 oz shell pasta
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1 ripe avocado, for dressing
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1 cup fresh baby spinach, for dressing
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½ cup fresh basil leaves, for dressing
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2 cloves garlic, for dressing
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½ cup frozen peas, thawed
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1 medium english cucumber, sliced
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Boil the Pasta
Cook the shell pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water to cool, and set aside.
Blend Green Dressing
In a blender, combine the avocado, spinach, basil, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and a splash of cold water. Blend on high until completely smooth, vibrant green, and creamy.
Toss Salad
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, thawed peas, and sliced cucumber. Pour the green dressing over the salad and toss well until everything is evenly coated. Serve cold.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
The lemon juice in the dressing helps, and serving it cold right away is best. If making ahead, press plastic wrap directly onto the dressing's surface to limit air exposure.
Yes — cook the pasta and make the dressing a day ahead (store separately). Toss everything together just before serving for the freshest green color.
Shells are ideal because they catch the creamy dressing, but any short pasta like rotini or penne works.
Yes — grilled chicken, shrimp, or white beans would all fit right in. Toss them with the pasta before adding the dressing.
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