Green Goddess Pasta Salad
A fresh and vibrant pasta salad packed with colorful vegetables and creamy Green Goddess dressing, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Pasta and Vegetables
- 1 pound cooked pasta Use your choice of pasta, cooked al dente.
- 1 pint halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups arugula Fresh arugula for best flavor.
- 1 cup shelled sugar snap peas
- 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces) Trimmed for better texture.
- ¼ cup thinly sliced green onions
Toppings
- 1 cup toasted pine nuts Can be substituted with walnuts or almonds.
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese For flavor and creaminess.
- 1 ½ cups green goddess dressing Homemade or store-bought.
- Fresh basil (for garnish) For added flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, add the cooked pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, arugula, shelled sugar snap peas, and trimmed asparagus.
- Add the sliced green onions, toasted pine nuts, and grated parmesan cheese to the bowl.
- Toss all the ingredients together to combine.
- Top with the green goddess dressing and toss again until everything is evenly coated.
- If desired, garnish with fresh basil before serving. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will enhance overnight.