Bright and Zesty Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad
A refreshing pasta salad featuring arugula, cherry tomatoes, and feta, dressed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Pasta Salad Base
- 8 oz pasta Use your favorite type of pasta, short pasta recommended.
- 4 cups arugula Fresh arugula, can substitute with spinach or kale.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved for better mixing.
- 1 cup feta cheese Crumbled, can swap with goat cheese.
Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic Minced.
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- Cook your favorite pasta according to package instructions.
Mixing Salad
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese.
Preparing Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
Serving
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Notes
This pasta salad is best served fresh. For an added touch, sprinkle some extra feta cheese on top before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.