LEMONY LEEKS AND PASTA SALAD

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Far from ordinary, this salad will impress with its flavorful combination of ingredients.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large lemon
3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 cup slivered almonds
3 cups sliced leeks (about 4 leeks)
3 tablespoons capers, drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 large red bell pepper, roasted, cut into strips
1 large yellow bell pepper, roasted, cut into strips
8 oz (3 1/2 cups) uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta

Steps:

  • Remove peel from lemon, using zester or grater; set aside. Cut white pith from lemon; discard. Cut lemon into 1/4-inch slices; set aside.
  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Cook and stir almonds in oil about 30 seconds or until light brown. With slotted spoon, remove almonds from skillet; set aside.
  • In same skillet, cook and stir lemon slices, lemon peel, leeks, capers, salt and pepper about 1 minute or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Remove from heat. Remove lemon slices; discard. Stir in bell peppers and almonds. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours until chilled.
  • Cook pasta to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. In large serving bowl, gently toss pasta, vegetable mixture and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Greg Hurst
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Sienna Thomas
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also really easy to make.


Saail Saab
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta salad, but this one is really good. The lemon and leeks give it a really unique flavor.


Aung Kyaw Zin Aung Kyaw Zin
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This salad is so versatile. You can add different vegetables or proteins to change it up.


Angeles Guerreros
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they come together to create a really delicious salad.


Sheraz K
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I'm always looking for new pasta salad recipes and this one is a keeper. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Batsa Md
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had. I love the bright and tangy flavor.


Garrett Zurcher
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone was asking for the recipe.


bisaso henry
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the leeks and the pasta.


Chris Cleveland
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I really enjoyed this salad. The lemon and herbs really brighten up the flavor.


Avangaline Rojas
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This salad is perfect for a summer BBQ or potluck. It's light and refreshing, and everyone loves it.


Bishnu Magar
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious! It's a great way to get some extra protein in your meal.


Ishaan Rambharose
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta. It's also a great make-ahead dish.


Christian Sorrells
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This salad is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I highly recommend it!


Sony Santosh
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I love the combination of lemon and leeks in this salad. It's so unique and delicious.


Iris Perez
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This is one of my favorite pasta salads. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Afrifa Micheal
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Pranav fire
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also really versatile - you can add different vegetables or proteins to change it up.


Ms Ak
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. The lemon and leeks give it a really unique flavor.


Md Sabbir khan
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This lemony leek and pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors were bright and refreshing, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.