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Fresh Spring Pasta Salad

Fresh Spring Pasta Salad: A Zesty Twist You'll Love

Enjoy a Fresh Spring Pasta Salad with Asparagus and Lemon Dill Vinaigrette that's quick and adaptable, perfect for spring gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Vegetables
  • 8 ounces Fusilli or Penne Pasta Use short, sturdy shapes for best adherence to vinaigrette.
  • 1 cup Fresh Asparagus Chopped.
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Peas
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Heart-healthy.
  • 1 each Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Finely chopped.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • spoons
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Cooking and Preparing
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Add asparagus in the last minute, then drain and cool under cold water.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and finely chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, asparagus, and peas. Pour vinaigrette over and toss gently to coat.
  4. Cover and let the salad rest at room temperature for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Before serving, give it a final toss and garnish with dill or lemon zest, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh or within 3 days when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

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