Pasta Salad with Cilantro and Lime

4 servings

60 minutes

Pasta salad with cilantro and lime is a vibrant combination of freshness and rich flavor. Its roots can be traced back to Mediterranean cuisine, where pasta is often paired with aromatic herbs and citrus notes. In this recipe, cilantro adds a spiciness while lime provides a refreshing tang. Chicken breast marinated in spices and fried to golden perfection adds richness, while avocado and mango contribute exotic sweetness. Colorful bell peppers and tomatoes make the dish aesthetically appealing. An ideal choice for a light lunch or summer dinner, this salad can be served as a standalone dish or as a side to grilled meat. It’s perfect for friendly gatherings and picnics, delighting guests with its originality and harmonious blend of flavors.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 806.6
• Proteins: 45.3g
• Fats: 18.2g
• Carbohydrates: 109.7g

Ingredients

• Coriander leaves: 0.3 tbsp
• Pasta: 500 g
• Lime juice: 0.3 glass
• Olive oil: 2 tbsp
• Sugar: 1 tsp
• Finely chopped garlic: 1 tsp
• Ground cumin: 0.3 tsp
• Salt: 0.5 tsp
• Chicken breast: 2 pc
• Ground black pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Red onion: 1 pc
• Red chili pepper: 1 pc
• Lime: 1 g
• Plum tomatoes: 300 g
• Mango: 1 pc
• Avocado: 1 pc
• Yellow bell pepper: 100 g
• Red sweet pepper: 100 g

Cooking steps

1. We cook the pasta according to the instructions, drain the water, and set it aside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pasta: 500 g

2. While the pasta is boiling, we prepare the sauce. For this, we mix lime juice, cilantro, oil, sugar, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, garlic, cumin, and chili pepper in a blender. We blend it and set it aside.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lime juice: 0.3 glass
   • Coriander leaves: 0.3 tablespoon
   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Sugar: 1 teaspoon
   • Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Finely chopped garlic: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground cumin: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Red chili pepper: 1 piece

3. Heat oil in a pan until boiling and fry the chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper for 8-10 minutes. Don't forget to turn them. Set the cooked chicken aside to cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Chicken breast: 2 pieces
   • Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground black pepper: 0.5 teaspoon

4. In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta, finely chopped chicken breast, tomatoes, red onion, mango, avocado, sweet yellow and red peppers, and chili pepper. Gently mix everything with the previously prepared sauce and garnish with lime wedges.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pasta: 500 g
   • Chicken breast: 2 pieces
   • Plum tomatoes: 300 g
   • Red onion: 1 piece
   • Mango: 1 piece
   • Avocado: 1 piece
   • Yellow bell pepper: 100 g
   • Red sweet pepper: 100 g
   • Red chili pepper: 1 piece
   • Lime juice: 0.3 glass
   • Lime: 1 g