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Lemon Capellini Salad

Zesty Lemon Capellini Salad Perfect for Any Season

This Lemon Capellini Salad is a refreshing dish with vibrant flavors, making it a perfect go-to for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Capellini Pasta Thin, delicate strands
  • 2 pcs Lemons Juice and zest needed
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cold-pressed recommended
  • 1 tsp Garlic Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Fresh cracked preferred
  • 2 cups Diced Tomatoes Remove seeds for better texture
  • 1/4 cup Capers Drain well before adding
  • 1/4 cup Curly Leaf Parsley Optional garnish
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Base of dressing

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, add the capellini pasta and cook for about 5 minutes until it's al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water.
  2. Whisk the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic salt, and black pepper. Whisk until emulsified.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled capellini to the dressing, then mix in the diced tomatoes and capers. Toss to combine until evenly coated.
  4. Add Fresh Herbs: Incorporate chopped parsley and lemon zest into the salad. Mix thoroughly to ensure herbs are distributed.
  5. Serve or Chill: Serve immediately or cover and chill for 30 minutes to meld flavors. Toss before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Capellini pasta is delicate; handle it with care. For enhanced flavors, prepare a few hours in advance. Always use fresh ingredients for best taste.

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