LEMON AND CILANTRO AVOCADO PASTA SALAD

KITCHEN TOOLS NEEDED

Large pot
Large mixing bowl
Electric hand mixer or blender

INGREDIENTS

8oz of Rotini pasta
1 cup of cherry/grape tomatoes, sliced in half
1 small onion, chopped
2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
1 avocado, diced
1 tsp. of lemon juice

INGREDIENTS FOR DRESSING

1 ripe avocado
½ fresh lime, juiced
¼ cilantro, chopped
½ tsp. cumin
½ tsp. garlic powder
½ cup of buttermilk
Salt & pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Blend all DRESSING ingredients in a large mixing bowl or blender/food processor until smooth.
2. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and run under cold water.
3. Toss diced avocado and lime juice in large mixing bowl.
4. Add remaining ingredients and toss with the dressing.
5. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.