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Lemony Pasta Salad With Crisped Capers

Brighten Your Day with Lemony Pasta Salad and Crisped Capers

Lemony Pasta Salad With Crisped Capers is a vibrant dish that combines fresh flavors and textures, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Short Pasta (fusilli or penne)
  • 3 tablespoons Crisped Capers Rinse and dry before frying
  • 1 cup Smashed Green Olives
  • 1/4 cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Essential for brightness
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Basil can be substituted
  • 1 medium Softened Onion Yellow onion or shallots
  • 2 tablespoons Caramelized Tomato Paste Canned for convenience
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Crisped Capers For topping

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool slightly.
  2. Crisp the Capers: Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add rinsed capers and fry until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towel.
  3. Sauté the Onion: In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Caramelize the Tomato Paste: Stir the tomato paste with sautéed onions and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, blend cooled pasta, smashed olives, lemon juice, parsley, and onion-tomato mixture. Toss gently.
  6. Season and Garnish: Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with crisped capers on top.
  7. Serve or Chill: Serve immediately or refrigerate for a few hours for improved flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow the salad to sit for at least 30 minutes after mixing to enhance flavors.

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