Ingredients
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To make the best Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad, gather these fresh ingredients:
- 8 ounces of rotini pasta
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
These ingredients combine to create a zesty, refreshing salad that everyone will love. Feel free to customize it based on your preferences!
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cilantro, tomatoes, corn, bell pepper, avocado, and red onion, then toss gently.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, mix well, and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Notes
- Customize with additional vegetables or proteins as desired.
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg