PASTA SALAD WITH PEAS AND SUMMER BEANS

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Citrusy and cilantro-packed, this Pasta Salad with Peas and Summer Beans dish pairs well with grilled chicken or tuna. It would be equally delicious with mint, parsley or a combination of fine herbs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces whole-wheat penne
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
8 ounces green beans, trimmed and cut into thirds
8 ounces wax beans, trimmed and cut into thirds
6 ounces frozen peas (1 1/4 cups)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced (2 tablespoons)
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest, plus 1 tablespoon fresh juice
1 cup packed cilantro, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water 6 minutes. Add beans; cook until pasta and beans are al dente, 4 to 5 minutes more. Add peas and immediately drain. Run cold water over pasta and vegetables until completely cool; drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic; cook, stirring often, until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lime zest and juice (it may splatter). Add dressing and 3/4 teaspoon salt to pasta bowl; season with pepper. Toss with cilantro. Serve, or refrigerate in an airtight container up to 1 day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 166 g

Parven Aktir
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This is one of my favorite pasta salads. It's always a hit at parties.


PALESTINE x PALESTIN
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This salad is so flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory.


Raja Aqib
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I love the crunch of the celery and red onion in this salad.


Jovon Mclean
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This salad is so easy to make. It's the perfect weeknight meal.


Meer rind
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This is a great salad for picky eaters. My kids love the sweet peas and summer beans.


Dharma Dhoj Khadka
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I love that this salad is so healthy. It's packed with vegetables and lean protein.


Mmenyene Williams
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect summer meal.


Abduljalal Saleh
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I love the pop of color that the peas and summer beans add to this salad.


Rana Bhai
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This is a great salad to take to a picnic or barbecue.


KhSh SHAIKH
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone asked for the recipe.


Ch Farhan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Nathaniel Netshiswinzhe
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add whatever vegetables you like.


carol Bailey
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This is one of my favorite summer salads. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


SomniSlime
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Namaste Nepal
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This is a great salad to make ahead of time. It's even better the next day.


Ashani Maduwanthi
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I made this salad for a picnic last weekend and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Ganesh Joshi
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The dressing is light and tangy, and it really brings all the flavors together.


Tharidu perera
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I love the combination of peas and summer beans in this salad. They're both so sweet and tender.


Martin P. Murtha
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This salad is a summer staple in my house. It's so refreshing and flavorful, and it's always a hit at parties.