Description
Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that combines the zest of lime with the freshness of cilantro for a delightful explosion of flavors. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or as a light dinner, this easy-to-make salad is sure to impress your friends and family. With its colorful ingredients and tantalizing taste, it’s not just a salad; it’s an experience that will elevate any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 avocado, diced (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with cilantro, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until well combined.
- If using avocado, fold in just before serving to prevent browning.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking needed after boiling pasta
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider incorporating grilled chicken or shrimp. Customize by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or corn. For best results, use fresh lime juice instead of bottled.