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Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad

Creamy Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad for Fresh Flavor Lovers

Enjoy a vibrant, veggie-packed Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad that combines chickpeas, cucumber, and corn in a creamy dressing.
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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: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with regular Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium Avocado Blend for ultra-creamy consistency
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
For the Salad
  • 375 g Box Pasta Use short pasta like rotini or fusilli
  • 19 oz Can Chickpeas Drain and rinse before adding
  • 12 oz Can Corn Drain and rinse for best flavor
  • 1 medium Cucumber Chopped into small pieces
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely diced for even distribution
  • 1/2 cup Feta or Cotija Cheese Can substitute with vegan cheese
  • Cilantro (optional) Fresh leaves for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice (optional) Adds extra zest before serving

Equipment

  • Blender
  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a blender, combine Greek yogurt, diced avocado, and lime juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, chickpeas, corn, cucumber, and red onion. Fold the ingredients together.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined.
  5. Sprinkle cheese over the top and mix gently.
  6. Serve in a dish, garnished with cilantro and an optional squeeze of lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. For meal prep, store the dressing separately to maintain its creamy texture.

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