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Lemon Capellini Salad

A refreshing and light pasta salad featuring angel hair pasta tossed with fresh tomatoes, capers, and a zesty garlic-lemon vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 1 lb capellini pasta or angel hair
  • 2 cups tomatoes diced (Roma or vine)
  • 0.33 cup capers drained
  • 0.5 cup fresh parsley chopped
Lemon Dressing
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 0.5 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tsp lemon zest grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook capellini according to package instructions (approx 3-4 mins).
  2. Drain pasta and rinse immediately under cold water to stop cooking and cool down.
  3. While pasta cooks, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Place cooled pasta in a large serving bowl.
  5. Add diced tomatoes, drained capers, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
  6. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and toss well to combine.
  7. Garnish with fresh lemon zest and serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

Add grilled shrimp or chicken for a complete protein-packed meal.