Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad
Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that perfectly balances the peppery bite of arugula with the bright zing of lemon. With its crunchy walnuts and creamy cheese, this salad is both satisfying and healthy, making it an excellent choice for picnics, potlucks, or a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3.5 oz arugula
- 8 oz pasta (farfalle or orzo)
- ½ cup walnuts (finely chopped)
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese (finely grated)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 8 Tb olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 Tb capers and brine
- 1 Tb white balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until slightly softer than al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, zest, olive oil, capers with brine, salt, pepper, and optional Dijon mustard.
- Stir in the grated parmesan cheese.
- Add the rinsed pasta to the dressing mixture and toss gently until coated.
- Fold in arugula (and basil if using) before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Find it online: https://allfoodierecipes.com/lemon-arugula-pasta-salad/