Description
This Zesty Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad combines the peppery taste of arugula with fresh basil, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and a bright lemon dressing for a refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz pasta
4 oz arugula
8 basil leaves
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
2/3 cup walnuts
1/3 cup parmesan
1.5 lemons
3/4 cup olive oil
1 Tbsp white balsamic vinegar
2 tsp dijon mustard
1 Tbsp capers
1 tsp caper brine
1 1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp honey
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the arugula, basil, and cherry tomatoes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the walnuts, parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, capers, caper brine, salt, black pepper, and honey to make the dressing.
- Add the cooled pasta to the arugula mixture and pour the dressing over the top. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later, allowing flavors to meld.
Notes
Feel free to customize by adding grilled chicken or other vegetables to make it a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (~1–1.5 cups)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Zesty Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad, pasta salad, arugula recipes, lemon dressing, healthy salad