Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad – Easy Recipes for Summer Flavor
This zesty Cilantro Lime Pasta Salad is the perfect blend of bright citrus, creamy dressing, and fresh veggies.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 1½ cups canned corn, drained
- 1½ cups canned black beans, rinsed & drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1 avocado, diced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup packed cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tsp honey (optional, for sweetness)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, yogurt, chopped cilantro, garlic, olive oil, honey (if using), and salt until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, corn, beans, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion.
- Pour the cilantro lime dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Gently fold in diced avocado just before serving and top with extra chopped cilantro if desired.
- Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for best flavor.