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Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad

Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad That's Bursting with Fresh Flavor

Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces bow tie pasta short pasta like rotini can be substituted
  • 1.5 cups corn kernels fresh corn preferred
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 small red onion finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp cilantro finely chopped, use both leaves and stems
  • 1-2 avocado diced, add right before serving
  • cotija cheese optional
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt sour cream is a substitute
  • 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic whole cloves for blending
  • 0.5 tsp salt to enhance flavors
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper omit for milder dressing

Equipment

  • food processor
  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, blend together Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, and cayenne pepper until smooth. Refrigerate.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool.
  3. Boil corn kernels for 1.5 to 2 minutes until tender, drain, and cool. Prepare tomatoes, onion, and cilantro.
  4. In a bowl, combine pasta, corn, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Drizzle dressing over and toss gently.
  5. Just before serving, fold in diced avocados and optional cotija cheese. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2-3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider making the dressing in advance to avoid soggy pasta. Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor.

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