Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad Recipe
This refreshing Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad is a delightful dish that combines the zest of lemon with the peppery flavor of arugula, tossed with whole wheat or gluten-free pasta and cherry tomatoes, all dressed in a light lemon vinaigrette.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pasta:
- 8 oz whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
Dressing:
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salad:
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
- Toss with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until coated.
- Adjust and Serve: Adjust seasoning if needed; serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
Keywords: Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad, Arugula Salad, Pasta Salad, Lemon Pasta, Lemon Vinaigrette
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