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This Avocado Pasta Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines creamy avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, light lunches, or meal prep, this salad is a quick, healthy, and delicious addition to your menu.

Ingredients

Salad

• 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
• 2 ripe avocados, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional, crumbled)

Dressing

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp lime juice (or lemon juice)
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar (optional, for extra tang)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions until al dente (8–10 minutes).
• Drain and rinse under cold water to cool the pasta. Set aside to drain completely.

2. Prepare the Dressing

• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, red wine vinegar (if using), garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Mix until well combined.

3. Assemble the Salad

• In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, diced avocados, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, and chopped cilantro.
• Pour the dressing over the ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.

4. Add Cheese (Optional)

• Sprinkle feta cheese over the salad and toss lightly, if desired.

5. Serve

• Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to enhance the flavors.