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Lemon Capellini Salad

A refreshing salad featuring capellini pasta with vibrant vegetables and a tangy lemon dressing, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz Capellini pasta
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 Cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 Red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1 Lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the capellini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
  2. Combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and basil in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Dress the salad with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Ensure the pasta is al dente for better texture. Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. It’s recommended to let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes after tossing to allow flavors to meld.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: lemon salad, capellini pasta, summer salad, easy salad recipe, healthy salad