BLT Pasta Salad with Avocado

Ingredients

• 1 pound short pasta noodles (, (such as shells, farfalle, cavatappi))
• 1 pound bacon
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes (, sliced in half)
• 2 cups arugula leaves
• 1 avocado (, chopped)
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (, (low-fat or full-fat))
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh minced chives
• 1 tablespoon fresh minced flat leaf parsley
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil the pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package directions just until al denté and still a bit firm. Rinse under cool water and drain well. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, chop the bacon into 1/2" pieces and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until desired crispness. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate topped with a paper towel to drain well.

3. 3

   Add the bacon, tomato, arugula, avocado and red onion to the pasta.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, chives, garlic powder, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Thin with milk, water or buttermilk if desired.

5. 5

   Drizzle the dressing over the pasta and gently toss. Taste for seasoning. Serve chilled.