Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad – A Fresh and Easy Delight
A refreshing and easy pasta salad that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the peppery taste of arugula.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the arugula, cooled pasta, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Toss well to combine and serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding cherry tomatoes or grilled chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Lemon Arugula Pasta Salad