Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad Recipe
This Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that’s perfect for a light meal or as a side dish. The combination of peppery arugula, tangy lemon juice, and savory Parmesan cheese creates a delightful flavor profile.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Pasta:
- 8 oz whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
Dressing:
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salad:
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese.
- Add Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until well coated.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad, Arugula Salad, Lemon Salad