Ingredients
3 cups cooked macaroni noodles
1/2 cup diced turkey or vegetarian bacon
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
2 large avocados, mashed
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
Bring 3 cups cooked macaroni to room temperature
Mash avocados in a bowl
Add olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to avocado; mix until smooth
Combine dressing, noodles, bacon, tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro in a large bowl
Toss evenly to coat
Chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving
Notes
Use fresh lime juice for bright flavor
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days
Swap noodles for whole wheat or gluten-free options if desired
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Mediterranean Basics
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 315mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg