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Lemony Parmesan Spring Pasta Salad

Lemony Parmesan Spring Pasta Salad That Screams Fresh Flavor

Delight in this Lemony Parmesan Spring Pasta Salad featuring fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing, perfect for springtime gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Use any type you love; substitute with gluten-free pasta if needed.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice is best for a zesty flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Adds richness; avocado oil can be used for a different flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to enhance flavor.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to enhance flavor.
For the Salad
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs Use fragrant herbs like basil or parsley.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Adds a salty, umami pop.
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Crunch complements the pasta beautifully.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions, 8–10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until emulsified, about 1–2 minutes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, chopped herbs, Parmesan cheese, and toasted pine nuts. Stir gently to mix.
  4. Pour dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chilling the salad enhances the flavors. For a vegan option, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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