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Spring Pasta Salad

Bright & Zesty Spring Pasta Salad to Refresh Your Table

Enjoy a colorful and refreshing Spring Pasta Salad featuring asparagus and lemon dill vinaigrette, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces short pasta (fusilli, penne, or rotini) Gluten-free pasta works beautifully.
For the Salad
  • 1 cup asparagus Trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup peas Fresh or frozen.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Use high-quality extra virgin.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill Chopped.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
Optional Additions
  • 1/2 cup feta or goat cheese Crumble before adding.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium bowl
  • large serving bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Blanch the Asparagus: Trim asparagus, cut into pieces, and blanch in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to ice bath to stop cooking.
  3. Prepare the Vinaigrette: Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until well combined.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta, asparagus, and peas. Pour vinaigrette over and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Let It Rest: Allow salad to rest for at least 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
  6. Add Cheese (Optional): Just before serving, gently toss in crumbled cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, enjoy the salad within the first day. You can freeze the vinaigrette separately if needed.

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