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Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad

A refreshing and zesty pasta salad featuring arugula, lemon, and a light dressing, perfect for a summer meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, side
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz fusilli pasta or any pasta of choice
Vegetables
  • 4 cups arugula fresh
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp lemon zest freshly grated
  • 1 tsp honey optional for sweetness
  • 1/2 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese shredded or grated
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts toasted

Method
 

Cook Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool.
Prepare Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large serving bowl, combine the cooled pasta, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and dressing. Toss gently to combine.
  2. Top with parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for a refreshing taste.

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