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Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad

Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad: Fresh, Creamy & Oh-So-Flavorful!

Enjoy a refreshing Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad that's creamy and packed with flavor, perfect for a meal prep-friendly option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Feel free to swap with plain Greek yogurt if preferred.
  • 1 medium Avocado Adds creaminess and healthy fats.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Adjust to taste for an extra zing.
Salad Ingredients
  • 375 g Short Pasta Like rotini, fusilli, or penne.
  • 1 can Chickpeas (19 oz.) Drained.
  • 1 can Corn (12 oz.) Drained and rinsed.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Chopped.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely diced.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Or Cojita cheese.
  • Cilantro Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the dressing by blending Greek yogurt, avocado, lime juice, and seasonings until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Cook short pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, chickpeas, corn, cucumber, and red onion. Stir gently.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Sprinkle feta cheese over the salad and gently mix again.
  6. Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately or let chill for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best taste, chill the salad before serving to enhance flavors. Adjust dressing creaminess as desired.

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