Rigatoni Tomato Cucumber Salad with Avocado Pesto
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. pasta
- 1 3/4 cups thinly sliced seedless cucumber
- 1 pint sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 tbsp packed fresh parsley for garnish
- Fresh ground pepper
Dressing
- 2 avocados
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes
- 1/4 cup packed fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp packed cilantro
Preparation
Blend the dressing ingredients in a food processor.
Cook pasta to al dente in salted water.
Drain and drizzle with a bit of olive oil, if desired.
Add all remaining ingredients and the dressing.
Carefully stir to combine.