Kenyan Kachumbari Pasta Salad
This Kenyan Kachumbari Pasta Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Kachumbari, a traditional Kenyan tomato and onion salad, with pasta. It's perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for a barbecue or picnic.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pasta
- 4 tomatoes, diced
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
- Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the bowl.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the salad and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 4g
- Fiber
- 5g
Supplies
Large bowl Colander
Tools
Cutting board Knife Lemon squeezer
Serving suggestions
Serve the Kenyan Kachumbari Pasta Salad as a side dish with grilled meats or as a standalone light lunch. It pairs well with a glass of chilled white wine.
Tips & tricks
For added crunch, you can sprinkle some toasted peanuts or cashews on top of the salad before serving.
Cost
$10