Description

This Herb Pasta Salad captures the essence of fresh ingredients by combining pasta with vibrant herbs and a zesty lemon dressing, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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16 oz Fusilli, Rotini, or Farfalle pasta
1 cup fresh basil
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup fresh dill
2 tablespoons chives
1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup English cucumber, diced
1/2 cup crumbled feta or shaved parmesan (optional)

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rolling boil
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente
While the pasta cooks, finely chop your fresh basil, parsley, dill, and chives
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until emulsified
Drain the pasta and rinse it briefly under cold water
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped herbs, cherry tomatoes, and cucumbers. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, and let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes before serving

Notes

Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for deeper flavor infusion, and add fresh basil just before serving.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 310 kcal
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 0mg