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Bacon Avocado Pasta Salad
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Prep Time:
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time:
12
minutes
minutes
Chill Time:
1
hour
hour
Servings:
8
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Large pot
Colander
Large Bowl
Silicone Spatula
Ingredients
8
oz
bowtie pasta noodles
2
avocados
peeled and diced
2
roma tomatoes
diced
¼
cup
fresh chopped basil
¼
cup
bacon pieces
1
tsp
minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
3-4
tbsp
olive oil
1
tbsp
lemon juice
2
tbsp
parmesan cheese
shredded
Instructions
Dice the avocado and tomato, then chop the basil. Set aside.
Cook the noodles in a large pot according to package directions, then drain in a colander in the sink. Run under cold water for a few minutes to cool.
Add the cooked noodles, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt and pepper to a large bowl. Toss to combine.
Fold in the avocado, tomato, basil, and bacon pieces.
Cover and chill for 1 hour or until ready to serve.
Toss before serving, then top with parmesan.
Notes
Storage:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days, adding extra lemon juice to prevent browning.