Best Indian Curry Pasta Salad Recipe

Best Indian Curry Pasta Salad Recipe :-In a single bowl, this Tikka Masala Pasta Salad recipe will provide you with everything you adore about your preferred Indian sauce. It is a combination of a nutritious salad and a comfortable pasta dish. Serve in its fresh form or prepare it in advance for a simple vegan supper that can be enjoyed either warm or cold. Free of gluten, soy, and nuts, this option is available.

Best Indian Curry Pasta Salad Recipe

Ingredients :

For the salad:

• 4 ounces (113.4 g) farfalle or other pasta cooked according to package instructions
• 1 large tomato thinly sliced or chopped
• ½ green bell pepper thinly sliced
• ½ cup red onion chopped
• 6 to 7 ounces (170.1 g) of firm or extra firm tofu chopped or made into thin slices or rectangles
• 3 to 4 tablespoons chopped pecans or other crunchy additions such as pumpkin seeds or hemp seeds or walnuts
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro

For the dressing:

• 2.5 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons non-dairy yogurt or use non dairy cream option such as coconut cream or cashew cream or blended up tofu
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garam masala less or more to preference
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• ¾ teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder or paprika less or more to preference
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne omit for less heat
• ½ teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves or use ¼ teaspoon ground mustard
• Optional: ½ cup to ¼ cup of chickpeas

Instructions :

• After the pasta has been cooked in accordance with the directions on the package, it should be drained and rinsed in cold water before being placed in a bowl.
• Cut the vegetables that you intend to use into small pieces, and then place them in a bowl. Mix the tofu, cilantro, and nuts or seeds together vigorously after adding them.
• For the dressing, prepare:
• The dressing is made by combining all of the ingredients in a bowl and mixing them together thoroughly. If the dressing is too thick, add about a tablespoon of water and mix it in with the dressing thoroughly.
• To bring it to a boil, heat it in a microwave or a skillet until it reaches a soft boil. Next, taste it and make any necessary adjustments to the salt and flavor.
• Although it will be salty, you should try to keep it on the saltier side because it will be spread out across the entire bowl. The spices are able to flourish when the dressing is heated. Take a few minutes to cool down.
• After adding this dressing to your salad bowl, give it a good spin to ensure that it is evenly distributed. Adjust the salt and flavor based on your taste. In the event that additional lime juice and black pepper are required, add them.
• After allowing it to chill for at least fifteen minutes, garnish it with some additional fresh cilantro, and then serve.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS TIKKA MASALA PASTA SALAD?

• Very fast, it comes together as a whole.
• It comprises vegetables, pasta, and tofu, and it has a really tasty flavor.
• gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free are all possible diets for it.
• Indulge your cravings for fiery Indian food as well as summer salads with this dish!

Nutrition Facts:

• Vegan Tikka Masala Pasta Salad
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories 223Calories from Fat 72
• % Daily Value*
• Fat 8g12%
• Saturated Fat 1g6%
• Sodium 362mg16%
• Potassium 330mg9%
• Carbohydrates 30g10%
• Fiber 3g13%
• Sugar 5g6%
• Protein 10g20%
• Vitamin A 682IU14%
• Vitamin C 22mg27%
• Calcium 92mg9%
• Iron 2mg11%