Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing Recipe

Craving a vibrant and refreshing pasta salad? This Asparagus Pasta Salad with Creamy Lemon Dressing is your answer! A delightful twist on a classic, this quick and easy recipe features tender asparagus tossed in a zesty, light lemon sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's the perfect light yet satisfying weeknight dinner. Serve alongside grilled fish or chicken for a complete and elegant meal.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 289.8 kcal

Protein 20g

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Ingredients for Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing

1 (12 ounce) box Penne Pasta
1 pound Asparagus
Scallion (unspecified quantity)
Cheddar Cheese (unspecified quantity)
1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
Lemon (unspecified quantity)
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Chicken Broth
1/4 cup freshly squeezed Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1 clove minced Garlic
1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup halved Cherry Tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped Fresh Parsley

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How to Make Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
While pasta cooks, snap off the tough ends of 1 pound asparagus and cut into 1-inch pieces. Steam or blanch the asparagus until tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking and maintain vibrant green color.
In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Add the cooked pasta and asparagus to the lemon dressing. Toss gently to combine.
Add 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Toss again to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

69 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

13g

Carbs

16g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing?

Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing?

Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing has approximately 289.8 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing?

The key ingredients for Asparagus Pasta Salad With A Creamy Lemon Dressing are Penne Pasta, Asparagus, Scallion, Cheddar Cheese, Kosher Salt, Lemon. See the full list with measurements above.