Description
Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines the peppery bite of arugula with tender pasta, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for light lunches, summer barbecues, or as a nutritious side dish at gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s not only easy to prepare but also packed with vitamins from fresh ingredients like arugula and cherry tomatoes. With its bright flavors and colorful presentation, this salad is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg