Pasta mexicana

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½poundsThin, green spaghetti
cupCubed tomatoes
1cupCucumber matchsticks
1mediumAvocado, peeled, seeded, and thinly sliced crosswise
1cupSalsa
1tablespoonExtra-virgin olive oil
½teaspoonDried oregano
¼teaspoonGround cumin
¼teaspoonChili powder
Cayenne to taste
¼cupMinced cilantro

Directions

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.

Rinse under cold water and set into large, shallow serving bowl.

2. Add tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado to serving bowl.

3. Combine salsa, oil, oregano, chili powde,r and cayenne to taste.

Mix well, then pour over pasta. Ad cilantro and toss gently to distribute vegetables evenly.

From _The American Vegetarian Cookbook_ by Marilyn Diamond