Summer Avocado Pasta Salad

It's Summer which means cold salads galore. I am always looking for new recipes to try out that are healthy. As I was browsing Instagram I came across this recipe and am going to try it out. I also wanted to share it with you all in case you are looking for healthy Summer recipes to try out to beat the heat. 

Ingredients

• 4oz quinoa pasta
• 1/2 of an avocado, mashed
• 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped red pepper
• 1/3 cup blueberries
• 1/4 cup chopped arugula
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 3/4 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp pep (adjust to taste)

Procedure

• Cook pasta according to package directions. Set aside and allow to cool.
• Mix mashed avocado, Greek yogurt, mustard, salt, pep and garlic powder until well combined. Adjust seasonings to taste.
• Toss cooled pasta with celery, red pepper, arugula and blueberries. Coat the salad thoroughly with your avocado "dressing."
• Enjoy, or cool before devouring!

NUTRITION per serving (yields 2 large portions): 348 calories | 60g carbs | 9g fat | 12g protein
21 Day Fix Nutrition: 1 yellow, 1 1/2 green, 1 blue, 1/2 red, free

This recipe was found on Instagram at Mind Over Munch, you can find the recipe by clicking HERE