Zesty Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad
A refreshing and flavorful pasta salad featuring zesty lemon, peppery arugula, and cherry tomatoes, perfect for summer gatherings.
- 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
Scale
- 2 cups fresh arugula
- 8 oz pasta (farfalle or fusilli)
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and let it cool.
- Combine the cool pasta, fresh arugula, and halved cherry tomatoes in a large bowl.
- Create the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Dress the pasta mixture with the zesty dressing and toss gently.
- Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and give it one last gentle toss.
Notes
Serve as a side dish or add grilled shrimp for a heartier meal. Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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