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Mango Avocado Pasta Salad

Mango Avocado Pasta Salad: A Colorful Summer Delight

Mango Avocado Pasta Salad is a vibrant and quick dish made with creamy avocados and sweet mangoes, perfect for vegan diets.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Salad
  • 8 ounces Farfalle Pasta Substitute with gluten-free buckwheat or veggie pasta for gluten-free option.
  • 2 medium Avocado Ensure they are perfectly ripe for the best flavor.
  • 1 large Mango Choose ripe mangoes to enhance the overall taste.
  • ¼ cup Cilantro Can be adjusted or omitted based on preference.
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts Feel free to swap with pistachios or any nuts you love.
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Cilantro-Lime Dressing Adjust lime juice to taste; add jalapeño for a spicy kick.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mango Avocado Pasta Salad
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add farfalle pasta and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until it reaches al-dente texture. Strain the pasta and quickly rinse it under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, combine fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and optional jalapeño in a food processor. Blend until smooth and set aside.
  3. Place the rinsed pasta in a large mixing bowl. Pour half of the dressing over the pasta while it’s warm, tossing gently to ensure an even coating.
  4. Add diced avocado, mango, and any additional veggies. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator. Garnish with toasted pine nuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Choose perfectly ripe ingredients and add avocado just before serving to maintain freshness. This salad can be made a day ahead, skipping the avocado until service.

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