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Lemon Capellini Salad

A light, bright pasta salad with lemon, capers, tomatoes, and parsley.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz capellini (angel hair) pasta
  • 2 medium lemons juice of, plus 1 tsp zest
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes seeds removed
  • 3 tbsp capers drained
  • 1 tbsp curly leaf parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the capellini (angel hair) according to package directions until al dente, about a few minutes; drain and rinse under cool water to stop cooking.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the juice of 2 medium lemons, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until combined.
  3. Add the cooled pasta to the dressing, then fold in the diced tomatoes (with seeds removed) and drained capers until evenly coated.
  4. Stir in the finely chopped curly leaf parsley, toss once more, and serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Use angel hair or capellini as specified.
  • Rinse pasta with cool water to prevent overcooking.
  • Remove tomato seeds to avoid excess liquid.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
  • Capers are salty, so add extra salt sparingly.