# What You Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 9 oz short pasta (fusilli, rotini, or penne)
02 - Salt, for boiling water
→ Vegetables & Herbs
03 - 1 medium cucumber, diced
04 - 2 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
05 - 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
07 - 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
→ Green Goddess Dressing
08 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
09 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 2 tbsp lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)
12 - 1 garlic clove, minced
13 - 1–2 tbsp water (to thin, as needed)
14 - 1/2 tsp salt
15 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and rinse under cold running water to stop cooking and cool the pasta. Set aside in a large bowl.
02 - Combine avocado, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired pourable consistency is reached.
03 - Add diced cucumber, chopped spinach, parsley, chives, and basil to the cooled pasta. Toss gently to distribute vegetables and herbs evenly throughout.
04 - Pour the prepared green goddess dressing over the pasta mixture. Use a large spoon or salad tongs to toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
05 - Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice as needed. Serve immediately garnished with extra fresh herbs, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld together.
