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Lemon Parmesan Pasta Salad

A refreshing and zesty pasta salad with a tangy lemon dressing and savory Parmesan cheese, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz fusilli pasta or any pasta of choice
Vegetables
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper diced
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste
Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
Herbs
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool.
Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and chopped parsley.
  2. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
  3. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and toss again until evenly distributed.
Serve
  1. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Serve cold and enjoy your Lemon Parmesan Pasta Salad!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra nutrition.

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