Creamy Avocado Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-27 · Updated 2026-03-27

A refreshing cold pasta salad featuring ripe avocados, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing for a creamy, nutty flavor. This Italian-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 23 minutes, pairs spaghetti, avocados, cherry tomatoes into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
• 1 lemon
• 3 tbsp tahini
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook 12 oz spaghetti according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, mash 2 ripe avocados with a fork until smooth. Add 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved), juice of 1 lemon, 3 tbsp tahini, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Stir until well combined.
3. Step 3: Add cooked spaghetti to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat all strands in the avocado mixture. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
4. Step 4: Garnish with additional cherry tomatoes and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.