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Zesty Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad That Brightens Any Meal

Zesty Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad That Brightens Any Meal

Brighten any meal with this zesty lemon arugula pasta salad, packed with fresh ingredients and delightful flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 4 cups arugula
  • 2 cups pasta preferably fusilli or penne
Toppings
  • 1 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons capers drained
  • 1/4 cup basil leaves

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large mixing bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions until slightly softer than al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine arugula, cooked pasta, walnuts, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, white balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, black pepper, capers, and basil leaves.
  3. Toss to combine all ingredients until well mixed.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20g

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad by adding grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, or swapping arugula for spinach or kale.

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