Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad: A Fresh and Easy Delight
A light and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or a quick evening meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces fusilli pasta
- 4 cups arugula
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine arugula, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the pasta with the dressing and the vegetable mixture until well combined.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the pasta with a gluten-free variety.
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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