Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad
A refreshing pasta salad combining the zestiness of lime with fresh cilantro and crisp vegetables, perfect for summer barbecues or as a quick side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (gluten-free if desired)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 limes, juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to cool.
- Chop the vegetables while the pasta cools.
- Mix the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl for the dressing.
- Toss the cooled pasta with the chopped vegetables and dressing until evenly coated.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best texture, store dressing separately and mix just before serving.
Find it online: https://www.pedrorecipes.com/cilantro-lime-pasta-salad/