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Curried Tahini Pasta Salad | The Full Helping
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Curried Tahini Pasta Salad

Author - Gena Hamshaw
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the pasta salad:

  • 8 oz pasta of choice
  • 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
  • 1 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
  • 1 1/2 cups green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup chopped fresh or roasted red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion tops (optional)
  • Optional mix-ins: chickpeas, edamame, sliced almonds, golden raisins

For the sauce:

  • 1/3 cup heaping tahini
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon agave or maple syrup
  • 2-3 teaspoons curry powder (to taste; adjust based on flavor preference and how spicy your curry powder is)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced (optional)

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of well salted water to boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. When the pasta is ready, drain it and rinse it under cold, running water.
  • While the pasta cooks, bring another pot of water to boil and fit it with a steamer attachment. Steam the broccoli, peas, and cut green beans till the broccoli is tender but still has some crunch (about 5-7 minutes).
  • Whisk together the dressing ingredients. The mixture should be slightly thicker than a regular salad dressing. If it's very thick, add water by the tablespoon until it's easy to stir.
  • When the pasta is ready, transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Add the peas, green beans, broccoli, pepper, chopped green onion tops if using, and any other mix-ins you like. Add the tahini dressing and mix everything really well. Then taste the pasta and add salt, black pepper, and extra lime juice or vinegar as desired. Serve.