Description
Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad Recipe – Fresh, Creamy, and Crowd-Pleasing is a delightful dish that adds a burst of flavor to any gathering. This vibrant salad features tender pasta combined with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing that will impress family and friends alike. It’s not only quick to prepare in just 25 minutes but also incredibly versatile. Customize it with seasonal veggies or proteins for a heartier meal. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or meal prepping, this salad tastes even better after chilling, making it a refreshing option for warm days. Enjoy the creamy goodness and tangy notes that come together in this easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz short pasta (rotini, penne, or bowties)
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir in chopped cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion. Pour the dressing over the mixture.
- Gently toss all ingredients until evenly coated. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg