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Fresh and Zesty Spring Pasta Salad

Fresh and Zesty Spring Pasta Salad for a Colorful Dinner

Enjoy a Fresh and Zesty Spring Pasta Salad bursting with colorful vegetables and a light lemon basil vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 ounces Short Spiral Pasta Substitute with gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Asparagus Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Use fresh peas when in season for better flavor.
  • 1 cup Chickpeas Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 cup Marinated Artichoke Hearts Rinsed before use.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely diced.
  • 2 stalks Scallions Sliced.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Torn or sliced into smaller pieces.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use fresh lemons.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Adds tang.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 to taste Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 to taste Black Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Blender or food processor
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Vegetables: Wash and chop vegetables as noted.
  2. Cook Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, cook for 8-10 minutes, add asparagus and peas last 2 minutes, drain and rinse.
  3. Make Vinaigrette: Blend dressing ingredients until smooth and emulsified.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Mix pasta and vegetables in a bowl, pour dressing over, and toss until coated.
  5. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Serve: Toss and garnish with toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the freshest seasonal vegetables for the best flavor. Chill for at least 2 hours for optimal taste.

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