Southwest Pasta Salad with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain & rinse in cool water.

Step 2

Add the drained pasta to a large bowl, and mix in the corn salsa & grape tomatoes.

Step 3

In a small blender or food processor, combine all of the ingredients for the Cilantro Lime Dressing. Gently pulse until the cilantro is minced & the dressing is well mixed & easy to pour over the pasta.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the pasta, toss to coat. Serve immediately topped with the tortilla strips.

Step 5

*if not serving immediately, pour only part of the dressing over the pasta, just enough to coat, & then place in the fridge until ready to serve. Add the remaining dressing to the pasta & toss to coat right before serving.