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foodee on 5.6.2012
I only used 2 Tbsp of extra virgin olive oil and that was plenty for my taste. Very good salad!!
Pasta Salad with Honey Cilantro Dressing
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Description
A vibrant pasta salad. The sweet distinct flavors of the honey and cilantro separate this pasta salad recipe from all the others.
Ingredients
- ½ pounds Pasta
- ⅓ cups Olive Oil
- 1 whole Lemon, Juiced
- 2 Tablespoons Honey
- ½ cups Cilantro, Divided
- ½ whole Orange Pepper
- ½ whole Yellow Pepper
- ⅓ whole Purple Cabbage
- 1 whole Tomato
- 1 clove Garlic, Minced
- ¼ teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 dash Pepper
Preparation
Cook pasta according to package directions. Do not overcook. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and honey until emulsified. Add in 1/4 cup minced cilantro and whisk until well combined.
In a large bowl combine pasta, peppers, cabbage, tomato, and garlic. Season with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
Pour dressing over the pasta salad and adjust seasonings to your taste. Place in the refrigerator for 2 hours or more.
Taste test once more and adjust salt and pepper, if needed. Garnish with remaining fresh cilantro.
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barb on 3.23.2012
love your presentation and the salad sounds wonderful.