Holiday Glow Green Goddess (Printable)

A nutrient-packed green goddess pasta salad with crisp vegetables and protein-rich ingredients for a bright, flavorful dish.

# What You Need:

→ Pasta & Protein

01 - 9 oz whole wheat or chickpea pasta
02 - 14 oz canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
03 - 7 oz cooked shelled edamame beans

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 small cucumber, diced
05 - 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1 small avocado, diced
08 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
09 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

→ Green Goddess Dressing

11 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
12 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise or vegan mayonnaise
13 - 2 tbsp olive oil
14 - 1 clove garlic, minced
15 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
16 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
17 - 1/4 cup fresh chives
18 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley
19 - 1/4 cup fresh basil
20 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
02 - In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, chickpeas, edamame, cucumber, spinach, cherry tomatoes, avocado, spring onions, parsley, and basil.
03 - In a blender or food processor, blend Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, chives, parsley, and basil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
04 - Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
05 - Refrigerate salad for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors before serving.
06 - Serve with additional fresh herbs, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant and nutrient-packed
  • Perfect for festive gatherings or a healthy meal any time
02 -
  • Contains dairy gluten and soy allergens
  • For gluten-free use gluten-free pasta For dairy-free and vegan use plant-based yogurt and mayonnaise
03 -
  • Sprinkle toasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds for added crunch
  • Swap chickpeas for grilled chicken or tofu to change protein source
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