Texan Heartland Recipe
Verde Avocado Pasta Salad
- Servings
- 4
- Prep Time
- Cook Time
A refreshing, creamy pasta salad with a Texan twist. Texan Heartland's Hill Country Verde Hot Sauce brings zesty tomatillo, avocado, and poblano flavors together in a dish that’s perfect for family meals, summer cookouts, or a light weekday dinner. Mild and versatile, it’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with grilled meats or stands beautifully on its own.
Ingredients
- 8 oz rotini or bowtie pasta (about 3 cups cooked)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen/thawed)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ½ cup Texan Heartland Hill Country Verde Hot Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
- Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Texan Heartland Hill Country Verde Hot Sauce, olive oil, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the salad: In a large bowl, toss cooked pasta with tomatoes, cucumber, corn, avocado, and red onion.
- Add the dressing: Pour dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Chill & serve: Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes for flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
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